bliss

noun

Synonyms of bliss
1
: complete happiness
enjoying eternal bliss in heaven
marital bliss
the sheer bliss of an afternoon at the spa
2

Examples of bliss in a Sentence

Relaxing on the porch of our private villa was sheer bliss. the godly life she has lived will surely lead to infinite bliss after death
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The mild formula fades hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and blemishes with citric bliss. Rosa Jisoo Pyo, Vogue, 31 May 2026 To the generation now eyeing the altar, such ostentatious bliss may be a relic of more innocent times. Judy Berman, Time, 27 May 2026 Enhanced mood, relaxation and a feeling of bliss. Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 This ride is wild mayhem, with two commanding launches that send you inverting and free-spinning into total bliss. Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for bliss

Word History

Etymology

Middle English blisse, from Old English bliss; akin to Old English blīthe blithe

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bliss was before the 12th century

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“Bliss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bliss. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

bliss

noun
: complete happiness : joy
blissful
-fəl
adjective
blissfully
-fə-lē
adverb
blissfulness noun

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