blissful

adjective

ˈblis-fəl How to pronounce blissful (audio)
Definition of blissfulnext
as in thankful
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight a blissful cat who obviously loves being stroked

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Recent Examples of blissful Bayview Beach, north of Washburn, Wisconsin, encompasses four blissful miles of shoreline that, for the most part, remain a local secret. — Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026 After all, a vacation should be anchored in open-minded whimsy and blissful R&R, much like trying out a divisive trend or relishing the effortless elegance of a breezy pair of pants. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 18 July 2026 The Nautilus’s overwater Solasta Spa also specializes in couples’ treatments, including a range of blissful three-hour Spa Journeys that target issues like stress or immunity. — Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 Not all has been blissful brotherhood, though, especially on social media. — The Monitor’s Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for blissful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blissful
  1. thankful
  2. happy
  3. delighted
  4. satisfied
  5. pleased
  6. glad
  7. joyous
  8. joyful
Adjective
  • The Knicks have one of their toughest stretches of the season rolling right into the holidays, but there’s one thing — aside from a championship, of course — the team can be thankful for.
    — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • But for now, the family is living inside their bait shop next door, brokenhearted but thankful to be alive.
    — Christopher DeRose, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of thankful
Adjective
  • Check the offer page to see which hotels are offering the discount—you’ll be happy to see fan favorites like Disney’s Grand Floridian and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge on the list!
    — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Once the shelter tracked down Rio’s owner, Melissa, to share the happy news that her dog was safe, the pet parent immediately booked a flight to Greensboro and reunited with Rio.
    — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of happy
Adjective
  • Many at Madrid’s Valdebebas training ground were closely following the saga and were delighted at the prospect of Rodri’s arrival because of the influence he was expected to have on the dressing room and on the pitch.
    — Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Book lovers will be delighted with a stop into Belmont Bookshop, which is part bookstore, part community hub.
    — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of delighted
Adjective
  • Judd was less satisfied with the execution of the former cop.
    — Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
  • What were some creative challenges that this introduced or satisfied?
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of satisfied
Adjective
  • He’s been pleased to see Willis flourish with fellow third-round pick in the past draft, Caleb Douglas.
    — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Payton seemed awfully pleased with himself for his lame dad joke.
    — Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleased
Adjective
  • Expo Idaho is glad to be a part of something that is open out into the world.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Still, when the Valkyries need a bucket, Zandalasini’s teammates are always glad to see the ball in her hands.
    — Marisa Ingemi, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of glad
Adjective
  • But those concerns didn’t stop groups of Catholics from joining a recent joyous pilgrimage on Mount Tabor, where the Gospels say Jesus appeared transfigured alongside the Jewish prophets Moses and Elijah.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Now the holidays will be extra joyous with our favorite rolls back on the table.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of joyous
Adjective
  • Malgorzata Szumowska, Michal Englert) Aimee Lou Wood and Johnny Flynn are superb as Anna and Fyodor Dostoevsky in Małgorzata Szumowska and Michał Englert’s acerbic and joyful period film.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Malgorzata Szumowska, Michal Englert) Aimee Lou Wood and Johnny Flynn play Anna and Fyodor Dostoevsky in Małgorzata Szumowska and Michał Englert’s acerbic and joyful period film.
    — Alex Ritman, Variety, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of joyful

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