Definitions

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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It said the relationship must result in the "social and economic happiness of the Venezuelan people".

From BBC

I think the success of that dress is that you see her and her happiness and the purity of it all.

From Los Angeles Times

"I had always imagined that moment would feel like happiness, but it didn't," he says.

From BBC

‘You two have had such a dreadful time, I think your sister’s allowed a bit of happiness.’

From Literature

It’s a vehicle that can produce moments of happiness for families in need of a respite from real-life issues.

From Los Angeles Times