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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Promote regular physical activity for mental wellness. Stephen Sokoler, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024 Previously, the school’s approach to wellness largely involved a long-running program called Peer Support. Max Kutner, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2024 But for many practices — and especially those that are struggling — wellness and aesthetic medicine just might open the door to a brighter future. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024 The hotel also has a wellness floor with a spa, gym, and indoor swimming pool, and an outpost of the buzzy Japanese eatery Zuma. Shivani Vora, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 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

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Cite this Entry

“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 21 Dec. 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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