blessedness

noun

Definition of blessednessnext
1
as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment the proud parents can scarcely describe the blessedness of having four healthy children

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2
as in holiness
the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous Mother Teresa's renowned blessedness made her an obvious candidate for sainthood

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  1. joy
  2. holiness
  3. happiness
  4. spirituality
  5. bliss
Noun
  • Watch the video above to see two kids light up at their new fluffy bundle of joy!
    Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Spend time investigating your values, moments of joy, rituals, and needs in order to amplify that personality throughout your home.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of joy
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  • Pleasing or terrible smells could also signify holiness or evil.
    Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 26 Nov. 2024
  • God is with us through our best of friends because friendship is holiness at its practical best.
    Walt Shelton, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of holiness
Noun
  • Thank you for filling my life with so much love and happiness.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
  • The ability to experience different cultures and lifestyles and enjoy adventure, which boost your happiness and productivity.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of happiness
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  • As for spirituality and fitness, Mangione called for the revival of traditional Japanese activities such as onsen (hot springs), the Shinto religion and karate.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The colours and patterns on the kites often reflect elements of local spirituality and beliefs, such as symbols of protection or a connection with the sky and spirits.
    Vogue, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of spirituality
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  • Later home felt everywhere, radiant waters, thistles, greenest hilltops dotted with sheep, masses of tulips and geese, wandering William’s intricate paths, pausing at every turn, life stretching ahead, mountains of bliss and searing sorrow for years to come.
    Jennifer Harlan, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Price upon publish date of this article: $350 Flamingo Estate Peppermint Exfoliating Soap Brick $42 Buy Now at flamingo estate This oversized bar soap will turn the everyday task of washing hands into pure bliss.
    Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 8 Dec. 2024
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