helth’ful. Being in a sound state, as a living or organized being; having the parts or organs entire, and their functions in a free, active and undisturbed operation; free from disease. We speak of a healthful body, a healthful person, a healthful plant.

Serving to promote health; wholesome; salubrious; as a healthful air or climate; a healthful diet.

Indicating health or soundness; as a healthful condition.

Salutary; promoting spiritual health.

Well disposed; favorable. A healthful ear to hear.