: 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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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Guests can tour the 50-hectare landscape, enjoy fresh local dishes, culinary and wellness workshops, and rest easy in a luxurious lodge for an overnight stay.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
The resort’s focus on wellness extends far beyond the spa, though.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Keep your eyes out for destinations that allow for leisurely boat or lounge days, unique culinary possibilities, art and design experiences, wellness programming, and nature—without a party-first atmosphere, Del Duca recommends.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Guests can tour the 50-hectare landscape, enjoy fresh local dishes, culinary and wellness workshops, and rest easy in a luxurious lodge for an overnight stay.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
The resort’s focus on wellness extends far beyond the spa, though.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Keep your eyes out for destinations that allow for leisurely boat or lounge days, unique culinary possibilities, art and design experiences, wellness programming, and nature—without a party-first atmosphere, Del Duca recommends.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for wellness
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“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 21 Feb. 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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