wellness

noun

well·​ness ˈwel-nəs 

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness

Synonyms

• fitness
• health
• healthiness
• heartiness
• robustness
• sap
• soundness
• verdure
• wholeness
• wholesomeness

Examples of wellness in a Sentence

Daily exercise is proven to promote wellness.

discounted gym memberships are part of the company's employee wellness program

Recent Examples on the Web

Kester’s beat includes everything that rings of luxury travel—food and drink, culture, wellness and, of course, hotels. —Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025

The series centers a pervasively white online wellness community that includes both influencers and their followers, but that world is so much bigger and more complex. —Candice Frederick, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025

Penny Coy, Ulta Beauty’s senior vice president, merchandising, skin care, body care, hair care and wellness was an early adopter. —Faye Brookman, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025

In addition to luxury, Harris has been instrumental in positioning the Cayman Islands as a leader in wellness tourism. —Melissa Noel, Essence, 4 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

wellness

noun

well·​ness -nəs 

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness

Medical Definition

wellness

noun

well·​ness

: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal

lifestyles that promote wellness