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
Noun
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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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This boy will bring so much love and happiness to your home.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
14 Feb. 2026
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After Tuesday’s Mega Millions, Fantasy 5, Jackpot Triple Play and Cash4Life drawings, there was happiness in Hialeah and suburban Broward County.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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Indulgence of such desires can lead to an escalation of the hunger, rather than contented satisfaction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Bank of America on Thursday expressed satisfaction that the majority of the claims against it were dismissed.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Feb. 2026
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Celebrate with an activity that allows for big release of energies, something athletic or competitive; a sedentary pleasure could lead to discord.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
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These satanic majesties request the pleasure of your company.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
14 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 21 Feb. 2026.
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