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: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness
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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
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Tai chi and qigong classes: Learn how to improve wellness, range of motion, breathing capacity and many other benefits.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Jan. 2025
Management prevents Helly from killing her outie and asks the wellness director, Ms. Casey (Dichen Lachman), to monitor the rebellious worker.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 15 Jan. 2025
With more than 10% of the Poway Chamber’s membership in the health and wellness sector, the fair provides a platform for businesses to connect with customers, showcase their offerings and build relationships, said Poway Chamber of Commerce President Mike Leland.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
The latter is certainly the trendiest means to support that inside-out wellness approach.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
1653, in the meaning defined above
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“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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
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