happiness

[hap-ee-nis] / ˈhæp i nɪs /

NOUN

high spirits, satisfaction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bliss contentment delight elation enjoyment euphoria exhilaration glee joy jubilation laughter optimism peace of mind pleasure prosperity well-being

STRONG

beatitude blessedness cheer cheerfulness content delectation delirium ecstasy enchantment exuberance felicity gaiety geniality gladness hilarity hopefulness joviality lightheartedness merriment mirth paradise playfulness rejoicing sanctity vivacity

WEAK

cheeriness eudemonia good cheer good humor good spirits seventh heaven

Antonyms

STRONGEST

depression despair discouragement displeasure dissatisfaction gloom melancholy misery pain sadness sorrow trouble unhappiness upset woe worry

Example Sentences

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“After the show, I get to finish it. That’s true happiness.”

From Los Angeles Times

While she was still in the hospital, he started compiling, as much for her benefit as for his own, sources of everyday happiness.

From Los Angeles Times

It has a minister of state for happiness and wellbeing.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I was screaming in happiness when the big news was confirmed," she said.

From BBC

“Everything I do is for my daughters’ happiness, and I will always fight to be with them and give them the best life I can.”

From Los Angeles Times

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