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balanced diet

noun/ˌbælənst ˈdaɪət/Band 6

Last updated 21 July 2026

In short

“balanced diet” is a Band 6 noun that means a diet that contains the right proportions of the different food groups. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.

Meaning

A diet that contains the right proportions of the different food groups.

Example sentences

Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.

  • A balanced diet is key to staying healthy.
  • Children need a balanced diet to grow properly.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms

healthy dietvaried diet

Antonyms

poor dietunhealthy diet

Collocations & common phrases

Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.

Collocations

maintain a balanced dietwell-balanced diet

Common phrases

eat a balanced diet

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Frequently asked questions

What does “balanced diet” mean?
A diet that contains the right proportions of the different food groups.
How do you use “balanced diet” in a sentence?
For example: “A balanced diet is key to staying healthy.”
What are some synonyms for “balanced diet”?
Synonyms include healthy diet, varied diet.
Is “balanced diet” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 6 vocabulary, and collocations such as maintain a balanced diet, well-balanced diet help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.

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