— wholesomely , adv. — wholesomeness , n.
/hohl"seuhm/ , adj.
1. conducive to moral or general well-being; salutary; beneficial: wholesome recreation; wholesome environment.
2. conducive to bodily health; healthful; salubrious: wholesome food; wholesome air; wholesome exercise.
3. suggestive of physical or moral health, esp. in appearance.
4. healthy or sound.
[ 1150-1200; ME ho ( o ) lsom (see WHOLE, -SOME 1 ); c. OHG heilsam, ON heilsamr ]
Syn. 1. helpful; good. 2. nourishing, nutritious. 2, 3 . See healthy .