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 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

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Adjective

The parents are thankful that both the mother and baby are OK.

— Lesley Marin, CBS News, 29 July 2026
The thankful and polite, yet rowdy Post Malone was preceded onstage Wednesday by first opening artist Carter Faith and part-coheadliner, part-opener Jelly Roll .

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026

Definition of thankful

Adjective

The researchers scanned the brains of eight dogs — six border collies, a labrador and a golden retriever — while showing them images of strangers with either a happy or a neutral expression.

— Lianne Kolirin, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Yet the socialist ideal still beckons – the idea that the state, embodied either in one person or somehow in the masses, can make people richer or happier by controlling the engines of production.

— James K. Glassman, Forbes.com, 12 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

Tasha said, apparently satisfied that my day had been agreeable enough up to now.

— Murr Brewster, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Aug. 2026
Once every specification has been finalized and the golfer is satisfied with the results, the custom build is ordered to those exact specifications.

— Jeff Goudy, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of satisfied

Adjective

Many iTunes users weren’t so pleased, causing the band to issue an apology.

— Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026
The Raiders were pleased with Rogers’ performance and his growth going into Year 2, as Kubiak was impressed with his preparation during the offseason program.

— Sam Warren, New York Times, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleased

Adjective

Melody Winston, senior executive of Living Fresh Market in Forest Park, was glad to see some reprieve for her customers — and for her store.

— Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
Lee, who also stole a base and made several excellent defensive plays, was glad to still be a Giant following the deadline.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of glad

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