Wellness: English Vocabulary List

physically active and strong, often with a fit body

"She has an athletic build."

"He has an athletic build because he plays soccer every weekend and goes running on weekdays to stay in shape."

not in a fine mental or physical state

"I feel ill."

"He has been feeling quite ill for several days and needs to see a doctor immediately."

not having a good physical or mental condition

"The food is unhealthy."

"The food is unhealthy and full of saturated fat sugar and empty calories."

structurally fragile or lacking durability

"The bridge is weak."

"The old structure had weak foundations, making it unsafe."

physically frail or lacking in strength or vitality

"He smiled weakly."

"He smiled weakly from his hospital bed and whispered that he was grateful to see his family gathered around him at last."

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

"She is sick."

"She is sick and will not be coming to school today because she has a fever."

(of a person) very energetic and outgoing

"She is very lively."

"The lively market was full of vendors selling fresh fruits vegetables and handmade crafts while musicians played cheerful tunes in the background."

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

"He tries to keep fit."

"He tries to stay fit by going to the gym three times a week and eating a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables."

having good health, especially after recovering from an illness or injury

"I am well now."

"I hope you are feeling well today because we have a lot of work to do and we need your help."

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

"Eating vegetables is healthy."

"Eating fresh fruits and vegetables every day is a healthy habit that can prevent many diseases and keep your body strong."

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

"He is disabled but independent."

"The disabled parking space is reserved for people who have difficulty walking and need to park close to the entrance of the building."

having the power to make healthy again

"The water is healing."

"The mineral springs were believed to have a healing effect on various ailments, attracting many visitors."