well-being

noun

well-be·​ing ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ How to pronounce well-being (audio)
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare

Examples of well-being in a Sentence

we're only doing this for your own well-being
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That means building systems that support development, accountability and well-being—not just during onboarding but across the entire employee lifecycle. Angela Palo, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025 That's because behind every gurgle and growl there's a bustling ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms that include bacteria, viruses and fungi that can all affect overall mental and physical well-being. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 24 June 2025 This new moon is particularly suitable for projects or processes that have to do with your well-being, your home, your family, or your emotional balance. Danijela Pilic, Glamour, 24 June 2025 Research has shown that expressing gratitude provides many health benefits including reducing depression, improving self-esteem, bettering sleep, lowering blood pressure and an increased sense of happiness and well-being. Rafael James, Sun Sentinel, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for well-being

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of well-being was in 1561

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“Well-being.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-being. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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well-being

noun
well-be·​ing
ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare

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