1. a state of normal, healthy nutrition and development in an organism
Usage: technical/medical term; opposite of dystrophy
2. in ecology, the condition of a body of water with moderate nutrient levels supporting balanced aquatic life
Usage: environmental science; intermediate state between oligotrophy and eutrophication

Examples

• The patient's eutrophy improved after receiving proper nutrition and medical care.
• Muscle eutrophy was restored through physical therapy and exercise.
• The lake maintained a state of eutrophy with adequate nutrients for fish populations.
• Eutrophy in children is essential for normal growth and development.
• The ecosystem achieved eutrophy, balancing nutrient availability with water quality.