WEAL Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

weal

noun

ˈwēl

Definition of weal

as in welfare

the state of doing well especially in relation to one's happiness or success the belief that somehow it is the nation's president who is responsible for the weal or woe of the people

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Recent Examples of weal But as Telemundo’s Andres Cantor notes, there is little reason to believe Messi’s aversion is anything other than a genuine personality quirk, and one that likely blunts his own total earnings and weal. — Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 12 May 2026 Today’s Rwanda is based on the deceptively simple premise that common work makes common weal. — Jonathan M. Hansen, TIME, 7 Apr. 2024 Of course, the value (and advisability) of such a potent check depends on the quality of the state actors involved, and in the United States, agency officials are highly trained, relatively diverse, and demonstrably devoted to the public weal. — Jon D. Michaels, Foreign Affairs, 15 Aug. 2017

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Noun

The findings led to the arrest of Shuey, Tucker Heagy, 20, and Stephanie Schaffner, 42, who were charged with felony endangering the welfare of children.

— Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Brimlett-Blankenship was charged with first-degree murder and two counts of endangering the welfare of a minor.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 14 July 2026

Definition of welfare

Noun

China’s energy resilience and its ability to quickly and cheaply produce goods for other nations have helped buffer some of the economic impact from the war in Iran.

— Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Though the country’s exports have been churning along at an extraordinary pace — China shipped a record $412 billion of goods last month — domestic consumption has sagged, leading some analysts to warn of a potential deflationary spiral.

— Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 15 July 2026

Definition of good

Noun

This accessible, free resource offers a tangible happiness boost, requiring minimal effort and providing an important emotional lift precisely when it's most needed.

— Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Women are selfish, pundits argue, prioritizing their careers and personal happiness over having families.

— Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 July 2026

Definition of happiness

Noun

New parents should expect to answer several questions from their providers to get a sense of their mental well-being.

— Isabel Lopez, Parents, 14 July 2026
Supportive family relationships, good mental well-being, access to quality health care and strong social connections also help extend healthspan.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026

Definition of well-being

Noun

As health officials continue investigating the outbreak, consumers don’t need to avoid fresh produce altogether.

— Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 21 July 2026
Moms 40 and up are more likely than any other age group to give birth preterm, according to March of Dimes, which is associated with both short- and long-term health problems for babies.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 20 July 2026

Definition of health

Noun

Norway enjoyed their best World Cup ever, reaching the quarter-finals and beating Brazil along the way, and Haaland was at the centre of their success.

— Tim Spiers, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Once a deeply impoverished and remote region, Fuping county has been a posterchild for success in Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s poverty alleviation campaign over the previous decade – and officials are keen to continue to find ways to boost growth.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

Definition of success

Noun

Sushi Confidential offered discounts on sake bomb drinks, 20Twenty gave out free truffle popcorn with the purchase of two glasses of wine — the perfect accessory — and Goosetown Lounge had a special karaoke session during the romp.

— Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 14 July 2026
However, for the sake of context, Pophouse paid upward of $300 million for a similar deal with Kiss, although the percentage was unclear.

— Jem Aswad, Variety, 14 July 2026

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