mental health

noun

1

: the condition of being sound mentally and emotionally that is characterized by the absence of mental illness and by adequate adjustment especially as reflected in feeling comfortable about oneself, positive feelings about others, and the ability to meet the demands of daily life

also : the general condition of one's mental and emotional state

2

: health care dealing with the promotion and improvement of mental health and the treatment of mental illness

—often used before another noun

mental health professionals

a mental health clinic

Examples of mental health in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Carey advocates for making mental health a priority as part of his signature sign-off at the end of each show. —Rosemary Rossi, Variety, 25 Feb. 2025

Despite the stories of altercations and questionable mental health, Holder and Book both insisted Pike was a good mother. —Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2025

Lack of quality food also affects physical health, mental health and emotional well-being, Cho said. —Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025

The report found that a large majority or employees view both flexible hours (89%) and remote work options (84%) as top priorities for supporting employees’ mental health. —Michelle Travis, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1650, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for mental health

• commonwealth
• telehealth
• bridewealth
• stealth
• wealth

Medical Definition

mental health

noun

1

: the condition of being sound mentally and emotionally that is characterized by the absence of mental illness and by adequate adjustment especially as reflected in feeling comfortable about oneself, having positive feelings about others, and being able to meet the demands of daily life

also : the general condition of one's mental and emotional state

Finding the flexibility and balance that is required for good mental health is a challenge we all face.

—Christy Turlington, Psychology Today

2

: health care dealing with the promotion and improvement of mental health and the treatment of mental illness : mental hygiene

—often used before another noun

mental health professionals

a mental health clinic