Definition of happiness
1 obsolete : good fortune : prosperity all happiness bechance to thee — William Shakespeare
2a : a state of well-being and contentment : joyb : a pleasurable or satisfying experience I wish you every happiness in life. I had the happiness of seeing you — W. S. Gilbert
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Examples of happiness in a Sentence
They made a toast to long life and happiness.
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
Recent Examples of happiness from the Web
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The looks that people like Tracey Cunningham and Kristin Ess whip up are dream-worthy, featuring the unbeatable combo of a salon-fresh blowout, vibrant color, and someone glowing with the happiness of life post-transformation.
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Girls Trip’s black female quartet confirms the all-American commitment to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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Spending time in silence, has shown to reduce stress and increase overall happiness and awareness.
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Occasional stories of happiness and opportunity have surfaced, but the men’s fight to start over has largely been narrated by shame and struggle.
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Creating our family unit while honoring the brilliant gift Michelle has given me will be my life’s goal and happiness.
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Songs: Happiness, Brother, Oh Carolina New Devils (Sunday-Seasick Stage)This band of Birmingham locals has played the gamut of Magic City venues.
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Even so, media headlines are often about the happiness bounce.
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Double Happiness may not be Apple in terms of secrecy, but the company does keep a few things to itself.
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Origin and Etymology of happiness
see happy
HAPPINESS Defined for English Language Learners
happiness
playDefinition of happiness for English Language Learners
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: the state of being happy
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: an experience that makes you happy
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