bliss
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Synonyms & Antonyms for bliss
Synonyms
above, elysian fields, Elysium, empyrean, heaven, kingdom come, New Jerusalem, paradise, sky, Zion (also Sion)
Antonyms
Gehenna, hell, Pandemonium, perdition
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There are several pools of varying depths there, so little ones and adults can all enjoy the bliss-inducing waters. — Nevin Martell, Washington Post, "In central Mexico, a retreat that’s perfect for families," 14 June 2019 Looking back with bliss at the 1990s hip-hop writing era and my small contribution to it, there is a sentimental pride in being a part of a generation of writers striving for change in publishing while staying true to ourselves in the texts. — Michael Gonzales, Longreads, "It’s Like That: The Makings of a Hip-Hop Writer," 10 June 2019 Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre tied the knot in Morocco in April, after getting engaged in February 2018 Newlywed bliss! — Helen Murphy, PEOPLE.com, "Idris Elba Says His New Wife Sabrina Dhowre Nurtures ‘the Best Side of Me’," 5 June 2019 People think marital bliss is like floating down a river without a care in the world. — Belinda Luscombe, Marie Claire, "Your Partner's Annoying Habits Are Pushing You to the Edge—Here's How Not to Break Up," 21 May 2019 On rye bread, our beurre aux algues is briny bliss. — Tamar Adler, Vogue, "Is Seaweed the Perfect Food?," 15 Feb. 2019 Their landmark wedding proved to the world that people with Down syndrome deserve love and happiness as much as anyone — now, 22 years later, Maryanne, 45, and Tommy, 59, have proved that marital bliss can last. — Sarah Schreiber, Good Housekeeping, "Couple With Down Syndrome Just Celebrated 22 Years of Marital Bliss," 24 Feb. 2017 With only hours to go until their impending nuptials, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are headed toward wedded bliss—and the ultimate couple’s style moment. — Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, "Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas Always Dress Better Together," 1 Dec. 2018 And with that kiss, the deal was done — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are joined in wedded bliss. — Meagan Fredette, refinery29.com, "They Did It: Harry & Meghan Share First Royal Kiss," 19 May 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'bliss.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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