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
The exploration-of-happiness docuseries will explore what constitutes happiness in different cultures and show the travelers — and viewers — different approaches to contentment.
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
Psychologically, blue is associated with tranquility and contentment, but its variety of shades bring different feelings to the table.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Expressing our aspiration for a future free from excess, Cloud Dancer evolves our desire for contentment and feelings of peace, unity, and cohesiveness.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2025
In McManus’s strip, much of the humor derives from the juxtaposition between the wife’s class striving and her husband’s contentment with corned beef and cabbage.
—Françoise Mouly, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
Psychologically, blue is associated with tranquility and contentment, but its variety of shades bring different feelings to the table.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
Expressing our aspiration for a future free from excess, Cloud Dancer evolves our desire for contentment and feelings of peace, unity, and cohesiveness.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2025
In McManus’s strip, much of the humor derives from the juxtaposition between the wife’s class striving and her husband’s contentment with corned beef and cabbage.
—Françoise Mouly, New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contentment
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The set includes two armchairs, a loveseat, and sleek glass-top coffee table, all crafted from waterproof, weather-resistant synthetic wicker to ensure years of enjoyment.—
Melanie Fincher,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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Vines flower spring through fall for months of color and enjoyment.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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According to the University of California, Los Angeles, people 65 and older who have hobbies, such as golfing, gardening, crafting, and fishing, report higher levels of happiness and greater life satisfaction.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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As devastating secrets surface, the youngest son, Matt, must navigate a path between love and loyalty, sacrifice and the chance at his own happiness.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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Using her magic broom, Kiki opens a flying courier service and begins to experience both the satisfaction and the difficulties of independence and self-reliance.—
Danny Horn,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Some world leaders expressed relief or satisfaction with Friday’s decision.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Surveying the city across the tops of the cathedral in Vieuz Lyon, over the rivers Rhone and Saone below, all the way to Mont Blanc on the horizon while the bell towers mark the slow passing of time is an unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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New Orleans-Style Beignets for Mardi Gras Biting into a pillowy, powdered beignet still fresh from the fryer is one of life’s finest pleasures, and there’s no time like Mardi Gras to indulge in one of New Orleans’ most famous dishes.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Ultimately, Leventoff said the matter highlights the FCC’s influence in shaping what content viewers see on television.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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The crowd, filled with mostly Illini fans, roared with delight.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Creating mazes and tunnels is an easy way to make your rat happy — and a delight to watch.—
Lisa Bloch,
Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2026
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From start to finish at these Games, her joy has been written all over her face.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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One fan advocated for the couple, and encouraged users to remember the joys of innocent affection.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Contentment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contentment. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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