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well-being
noun
well-be·ing
ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare
Examples of well-being in a Sentence
we're only doing this for your own well-being
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Another third of respondents said success was tied more to physical well-being and free time.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
Targeted nutrition, designed to support hormonal function, paired with functional exercise, such as resistance training and mobility work, can synergize with precision hormonal therapies to enhance overall well-being.
—Priya Oberoi, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
The security and well-being of attendees are undeniably paramount for a truly memorable experience.
—Kyle Russell, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Other studies suggest peer support fosters belonging, community, social connectedness, resilience, belief in oneself, hope, and empowerment—all of which can contribute to overall well-being, even if those attributes are harder to measure than clinical symptoms.
—Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1561, in the meaning defined above
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“Well-being.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-being. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
well-being
noun
well-be·ing
ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare
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