: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness
Examples of wellness in a Sentence
Daily exercise is proven to promote wellness.
discounted gym memberships are part of the company's employee wellness program
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
The founders see cannabis increasingly becoming part of broader conversations around wellness, intentional living, and changing social habits — particularly as consumers reevaluate alcohol consumption and prioritize experiences centered around balance and wellbeing.
—Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Borovich is the community wellness coordinator for Building Hope Summit County, a nonprofit working to improve mental health and prevent suicides.
—Collaborative Colorado, Denver Post, 23 May 2026
The expansive Montauk Yacht Club is introducing new wellness options for the summer season, from a floating wellness cabana in collaboration with Elemis to a partnership with Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
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“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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wellness
noun
well·ness
-nəs 
: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness
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