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Another word for food
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• noun (Context 1)
Any nutritious substance that people or animals eat or drink, or that plants absorb, in order to maintain life, growth, and energy.
Usage Example
"The local shelter provides healthy nourishment and warm clothing to families in need during the winter."
Strongest
nourishment
sustenance
Strong
fare
provisions
victuals
Weak
grub
• noun (Context 2)
A distinct type, variety, or cuisine of nourishing substance.
Usage Example
"The international festival highlights foods from around the world, celebrating diverse culinary traditions."
Strong
cuisine
dish
• noun (Context 3)
Ideas or materials that stimulate, sustain, or fuel a conceptual process.
Usage Example
"The fascinating documentary provided plenty of fuel for thought regarding the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence."
Strong
fuel
Weak
material
stimulus
Opposites of food
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of food varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
poison
toxin
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Food. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/food