contentment

noun

con·​tent·​ment kən-ˈtent-mənt 

1

: the quality or state of being contented

There was a look of contentment on her face.

2

: something that contents

… states that allow their muscles to spoil them and their contentments to enfeeble them.

—The New Republic

Synonyms

• content
• contentedness
• delectation
• delight
• enjoyment
• gladness
• gratification
• happiness
• pleasure
• relish
• satisfaction

Examples of contentment in a Sentence

He believes that people can find peace and contentment in living simply.

There was a look of perfect contentment on her face.

Recent Examples on the Web

Growth has brought enormous contentment and prosperity to the people of developed countries, citizens of developing countries that have embraced the capitalist approach, and, prospectively, to almost the entire world. —Jon Moynihan, Fortune Europe, 3 Dec. 2024

The reasons for the behavior aren't fully known, but it is believed to be a sign of contentment and comfort. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024

Satisfaction breeds short-term contentment, while engagement fuels long-term, sustainable success. —Angelica Kopec, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

Cancer June 21 – July 22 Pursuing contentment might not look like maintaining the status quo at present. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 8 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English contentement "satisfaction of a claim or debt," borrowed from Anglo-French, from contenter "to satisfy, content entry 3" + -ment -ment

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing contentment

• self-contentment

Kids Definition

contentment

noun

con·​tent·​ment kən-ˈtent-mənt 

: freedom from worry or restlessness : peaceful satisfaction