health
Translation
health, well-being
Examples
Good health is very important.
Good health is very important.
He is in poor health.
He is in poor health.
Grammar Patterns
((in good/poor)) health to be in a good or bad physical condition He is in good health.
Similar Words
Synonyms: well-being, wellness; Antonyms: sickness, illness
Etymology
From Old English 'hǣlþ', meaning 'wholeness, being whole, sound or well'. Related to 'whole'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'health' as the state of being 'whole' and sound. If you can 'heal', you can restore your 'health'.