wellness

noun

well·​ness ˈwel-nəs How to pronounce wellness (audio)
: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness

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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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is 30% off, delivering advanced health tracking, AI wellness insights, and sleep monitoring in a sleek Wear OS design. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024 The brand’s mission focuses on conscious movement, wellness and community with a strong digital presence. Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024 Margins: Margins on CPG products are often slimmer than other categories like wellness and beauty, so a higher volume of sales is required to reach the same net profit as a niche product with a larger profit margin. Kiri Masters, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 In addition to at-home wellness methods, there are many collective spaces to look to for emotional refuge. Essence, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for wellness 

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wellness was in 1653

Dictionary Entries Near wellness

Cite this Entry

“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

wellness

noun
well·​ness -nəs How to pronounce wellness (audio)
: 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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