happiness
noun
hap·pi·ness
ˈha-pē-nəs 
1
a
: a state of well-being and contentment : joy
b
: a pleasurable or satisfying experience
I wish you every happiness in life.
I had the happiness of seeing you—
W. S. Gilbert
W. S. Gilbert3
obsolete
: good fortune : prosperity
all happiness bechance to thee—William Shakespeare
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Examples of happiness in a Sentence
They made a toast to long life and happiness.
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
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The birds are symbols of happiness and bring joy, according to folklore.
—Jennifer Dixon, Detroit Free Press, 15 Apr. 2024
Out of the more than 140 nations surveyed for the most recent happiness index, the U.S. landed in 23rd place, compared to 15th place in 2023.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 13 Apr. 2024
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Jennifer Dixon, Detroit Free Press, 15 Apr. 2024
Out of the more than 140 nations surveyed for the most recent happiness index, the U.S. landed in 23rd place, compared to 15th place in 2023.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 13 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for happiness
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“Happiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/happiness. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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happiness
noun
hap·pi·ness
ˈhap-i-nəs
: a state of well-being and contentment : joy
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