happiness

[hap-ee-nis] / ˈhæp i nɪs /

NOUN

high spirits, satisfaction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bliss contentment delight elation enjoyment euphoria exhilaration glee joy jubilation laughter optimism peace of mind pleasure prosperity well-being

STRONG

beatitude blessedness cheer cheerfulness content delectation delirium ecstasy enchantment exuberance felicity gaiety geniality gladness hilarity hopefulness joviality lightheartedness merriment mirth paradise playfulness rejoicing sanctity vivacity

WEAK

cheeriness eudemonia good cheer good humor good spirits seventh heaven

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depression despair discouragement displeasure dissatisfaction gloom melancholy misery pain sadness sorrow trouble unhappiness upset woe worry

Example Sentences

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"Because that is the real source of happiness in life."

From BBC

I read “Ayton slams home a lot of happiness,” which was a good counter to “Four players involved in Monday’s melee draw suspensions.”

From Los Angeles Times

She giggles as the paper tickles her face, but even her untainted happiness isn’t enough to cheer me up today.

From Literature

The small, cheeky-faced Allun was toddling after her by then, and her happiness was in her face for all to see.

From Literature

We also live in the most individualistic society on record, with an obsession on personal growth and happiness.

From The Wall Street Journal

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