as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
a couple of golden-agers looking over their life together with a feeling of contentment and accomplishment
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Recent Examples of contentment
Is this sadness, the stillness of contentment, or something in between?
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Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
Set the scene Ananda translates to happiness and contentment in Sanskrit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
That union brought him contentment, Okrent says.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
New research suggests that spending just two minutes looking at a scenic view can significantly boost your mood and contentment.
—Abigail Wise, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
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Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 17 Mar. 2026
Set the scene Ananda translates to happiness and contentment in Sanskrit.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
That union brought him contentment, Okrent says.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
New research suggests that spending just two minutes looking at a scenic view can significantly boost your mood and contentment.
—Abigail Wise, Outside, 16 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for contentment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contentment
Noun
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Getting enough sleep is vital to your enjoyment of the rest of life!—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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Your family's own enjoyment is a perfectly good reason to do any of these projects.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Though her character finds romantic happiness with Will Schuester, her role grew smaller as the actress pursued opportunities on series like The Millers and The League.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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Another close-up shot reflected his happiness, as he could be seen smiling widely at the camera with palm trees behind him.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That said, Saatva’s sleep experience varies, and expectations play a major role in satisfaction.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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Workers reported improvement in mental and physical health and life satisfaction, as well as less stress, burnout, fatigue, and work-family conflict.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The idea of fancy food halls always seems to stir the brain’s pleasure systems.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Moreover, researchers from the University of Florida and University College London found that daily reading for pleasure has dropped about 40% between 2003 and 2023.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2026
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New programming additions for 2026 include a Think Tank on animation developed with Anima Mundi, a Box Office Study panel covering the global performance of Asian titles, and a session on vertical content examining the rise of microdrama and its effect on IP development and digital distribution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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To some umps’ great dismay—and fans’ utter delight—calls are indeed getting overturned, with all the suspense of a Roman emperor deciding on a gladiator’s fate.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
8 Apr. 2026
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The plush spa wrap is the ultimate après-shower delight made with ultra-soft fabric.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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The thing that draws so many folks to New England and gives us such joy in the summertime can be an absolute party-pooper in the spring.—
Terry Eliasen,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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On the lighter end of the dark comedy spectrum, Ruthless People is an utter joy from beginning to end, a mid-80s classic that still sparkles today.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Contentment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contentment. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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