1. 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.
2. Serving to promote health; wholesome; salubrious; as a healthful air or climate; a healthful diet.
3. Indicating health or soundness; as a healthful condition.
4. Salutary; promoting spiritual health.
5. Well disposed; favorable.
6. A healthful ear to hear. [Unusual.]