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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“But for the truckers, it’s not bringing any happiness.”

From Los Angeles Times

Students learn to think critically about meaning, value and happiness.

From The Wall Street Journal

The movement exploded in 1828 as workers resisted longer workdays, invoking the Declaration’s “pursuit of happiness.”

From The Wall Street Journal

We spend our lives seeking some livable, sustained happiness.

From Salon

More somber is Robin’s solo about the mirage of happiness.

From The Wall Street Journal