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well-being

noun

well-be·​ing ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ How to pronounce well-being (audio)
Synonyms of well-beingnext
: 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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Iris, a growth equity firm that backs next-generation consumer brands in lifestyle, beauty and well-being, has joined existing investors including Label Capital. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 Dec. 2025 Broader Implications of the 'Flip the Phone Challenge' In the end, this challenge simply highlights how dangerous social media can be—even for kids’ long-term development and overall well-being. Melissa Willets, Parents, 3 Dec. 2025 This insight has helped the company maintain a focus on well-being and low turnover as well. Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2025 Desiring less does not mean giving up Wanting less can have the same impact on your well-being as gaining more money. Morgan Housel, CNBC, 2 Dec. 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 6 Dec. 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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