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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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Tencent Video described PetTV as a "24-hour happiness hub specially designed for your furry kids" in a post on social media app WeChat introducing the service last weekend.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

People make wishes, usually for health, happiness and a fresh start in the new year for themselves and their loved ones.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Who doesn’t yearn to clean up their mistakes and find some semblance of happiness, even when contentment seems so far out of reach?

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Find more satisfaction in giving, rather than chasing happiness through a high-consumption lifestyle.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

The small, cheeky-faced Allun was toddling after her by then, and her happiness was in her face for all to see.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.