1
as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment
her happiness was complete when she got her very own house
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
finally found true happiness as a doctor in a poor rural area
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in fitness
the quality or state of being especially suitable or fitting
the striking happiness of the phrase "fatal attraction" as the title for an erotic thriller
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of happiness
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
—
Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Megan Gorelick, the founder of Megan Gorelick Interiors in Wilmington, Delaware, wanted to go with a paint color that reflected happiness and warmth.
—Lindsey Mather, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Don’t let one happy day go by without stopping to recognize that happiness is not a given.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
King Jigme Singye Wangchuck believes that happiness should be the goal for human progress instead of Gross Domestic Product, with its four pillars for happiness that are measured and assessed.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for happiness
Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 2026
Megan Gorelick, the founder of Megan Gorelick Interiors in Wilmington, Delaware, wanted to go with a paint color that reflected happiness and warmth.
—Lindsey Mather, Architectural Digest, 7 Apr. 2026
Don’t let one happy day go by without stopping to recognize that happiness is not a given.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
King Jigme Singye Wangchuck believes that happiness should be the goal for human progress instead of Gross Domestic Product, with its four pillars for happiness that are measured and assessed.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for happiness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for happiness
Noun
-
Still, there’s no denying the sheer joy baked into the production.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
-
Finding joy through everyday activities, like calling a friend, trying a new hobby, or going for a walk, is not only good for our bodies and minds at the moment but also for our overall well-being.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
There was no sign of contentment.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
-
Your 4th House of Protection hosts contentment-seeking Venus, encouraging you to take comfort in your private world.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Hyrox is a fitness craze taking over gyms not only in the United States, but overseas.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
-
The House wanted to steer $1 million to a company linked to a Broward entrepreneur, Freddie Figgers, to sell specially outfitted health and fitness tablets, as Politico Florida reported.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Most of the love stories that do make it to the big screen still generally follow broad, conventional strokes, capturing the bliss of coupling up or the blues of falling apart.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
8 Apr. 2026
-
Juvenile bliss had long contoured this abrasive band, whose songs rattled like playgrounds, and whose shouts rang like the peals of petulant children.—
Samuel Hyland,
Pitchfork,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
For Selva, that information only enhances the enjoyment of a purchase.—
Laurie Brookins,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
-
My enjoyment was always hampered by trying to manipulate and enlarge the grid.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Offers in this section are from affiliate partners and selected based on a combination of engagement, product relevance, compensation, and consistent availability.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
-
Is there an example of real-world relevance that stands out above the rest?—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
In these cases resolved by accord and satisfaction, if the prosecution were to object and go against the victim’s wishes, the government would not have a cooperating witness.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Apr. 2026
-
That’s what really brings me satisfaction in making art.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
But in reality, their usefulness extends far beyond de-fuzzing black pants.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
-
Aside from its sheer usefulness, moss is also bewitchingly beautiful.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Happiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/happiness. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
