wellness

noun

well·​ness ˈwel-nəs 

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness

Synonyms of wellness

• health
• fitness
• healthiness

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

Recent Examples on the Web

For the most part, though, Evans has focused on fitness, wellness, and beauty. — Maggie Fremont, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Aug. 2026

Muriel Gonzalez, president of The Vitamin Shoppe, has retired from the health and wellness specialty chain , WWD has learned. — David Moin, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026

But this isn’t the yoga pants and green juice version of wellness. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026

Then, their client services team will call the person or their emergency contact, and do a wellness check, if necessary. — Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

wellness

noun

well·​ness -nəs 

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness

Medical Definition

wellness

noun

well·​ness

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness