Well-being
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /wɛlˈbiː.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Well-being is a noun meaning A state of health, happiness or prosperity.
Meaning
A state of health, happiness or prosperity.
Example Sentences
which concernes our whole three Kingdomes, Parliaments, Religion, and every one of our well-beings, in this preſent world
Other pursuits and avocations of life, far less intimately connected with the comfort and well-beings of humanity, seem by their own spontaniety to be more and more flowing into utilitarian channels.
Most foreigners who have heard of Bhutan know two things: the country charges international visitors a $100/day sustainable development fee (aka tourist tax), and that it is the birthplace of the Gross National Happiness Index, a system intended to look after the well-being of citizens and the environment.
Word Forms
- well-beings
- wellbeing
Synonyms for well-being
Depending on context, synonyms include wellness, weal, welfare, upbeat.
Antonyms for well-being
Common opposites include ill-being.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include welfare, upbeat, wellness, health, healthy, fitness.
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Sources & Attribution
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