BLISSFUL Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

blissful

adjective

ˈblis-fəl

Definition of blissful

as in thankful

experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight a blissful cat who obviously loves being stroked

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Recent Examples of blissful Pariah promises that now is not forever, and that refusing to compromise yourself is a blissful form of freedom. — Rachel Simon, Vulture, 19 June 2026 The football was one-touch and blissful, the city was buzzing and electric and, all these years later, a middle-aged man who should know much better is carrying a size-large shirt to the tills and, just for a change, is making a fool of himself. — George Caulkin, New York Times, 11 June 2026 One nine-minute cycle includes three types of LED light therapy, and a blissful facial massage. — Bronwyn Barnes, InStyle, 4 June 2026 Cream Corn Shucking corn is one of the messiest kitchen tasks there is, nevertheless, Southerners persist, because cream corn is one of the most blissful summer dishes. — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for blissful

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Adjective

Micheal is thankful this process has now reached a conclusion.

— Alex Ritman, Variety, 10 July 2026
Bijou Phillips is recovering from a recent kidney transplant, feeling thankful for everyone involved in the procedure.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of thankful

Adjective

The shorts are nice and loose, with a bottom layer to keep everything covered up, and pockets to keep me happy.

— Laurie Lyons-Makaimoku, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
But, if the bride and groom were happy with how the day went, that’s probably all that matters in the long run.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 July 2026

Definition of happy

Adjective

So, Galetto was delighted to learn that the first American pope would be speaking live and receiving an award less than two miles from his church, on the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday.

— Danny Freeman, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
West said Eisner was particularly delighted with the stage trickery that allowed a child actor to be seen as Chip, a teacup.

— Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2026

Definition of delighted

Adjective

Obviously, Paramount is pleased with Rayfield’s decision to withdraw his request, but the AG’s office isn’t exactly satisfied with the outcome.

— Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 11 July 2026
Outgoing United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer made history as the island nation’s most unpopular premier before his resignation, with an Ipsos poll finding just 13% of voters were satisfied with him, compared to 79% who were unsatisfied.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026

Definition of satisfied

Adjective

That’s why Williams’ coach, Stubbs, was so pleased to see Williams do something as simple as take a breath.

— Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Asked about the oversight measure in the budget bills, Cal OES spokesperson Anita Gore said in a statement that the agency was pleased to work with the Legislature to deliver a modern, safe, and reliable Next Generation 911 system.

— William Melhado July 7, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of pleased

Adjective

The film offers a joyous celebration of youth and Jewish identity, specifically through the lens of a traditional Jewish summer camp, complete with Ga-Ga and a kitchen mashgiach.

— Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Instead, Alfonzo’s first appearance, the culmination of nine tireless years, was somber , stricken by the grief overshadowing what should’ve been a joyous moment in the Dodgers’ to the Padres.

— Liana Handler Follow, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of joyous

Adjective

The singer leaned all the way into the feel-good and joyful song, dropping pink, white and orange balloons from the ceiling as confetti shot in the air.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026
We were treated to a commercial-free evening of exciting entertaining, educational, emotional and joyful programming.

— Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Definition of joyful

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