English / idiom
junk food
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Food that has low nutritional value, typically high in calories, unhealthy fats, sugar, or salt.
In context
01
With advancing age, grandfather gave up junk food to protect his heart and keep his energy high.
02
Teenagers often crave junk food, but maturity teaches us to appreciate wholesome, home-cooked meals.
Synonyms
processed food,unhealthy snacks,fast food
Antonyms
nutritious food,wholesome diet,health food
Collocations
cut down on junk food,avoid junk food,crave junk food