blessedness

noun

Definition of blessednessnext
1
as in joy
a feeling or state of well-being and contentment the proud parents can scarcely describe the blessedness of having four healthy children

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2
as in holiness
the quality or state of being spiritually pure or virtuous Mother Teresa's renowned blessedness made her an obvious candidate for sainthood

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  1. joy
  2. holiness
  3. happiness
  4. spirituality
  5. bliss
Noun
  • Watch the video above to see two kids light up at their new fluffy bundle of joy!
    Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Spend time investigating your values, moments of joy, rituals, and needs in order to amplify that personality throughout your home.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of joy
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  • Pleasing or terrible smells could also signify holiness or evil.
    Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 26 Nov. 2024
  • God is with us through our best of friends because friendship is holiness at its practical best.
    Walt Shelton, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of holiness
Noun
  • Thank you for filling my life with so much love and happiness.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
  • The ability to experience different cultures and lifestyles and enjoy adventure, which boost your happiness and productivity.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of happiness
Noun
  • As for spirituality and fitness, Mangione called for the revival of traditional Japanese activities such as onsen (hot springs), the Shinto religion and karate.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The colours and patterns on the kites often reflect elements of local spirituality and beliefs, such as symbols of protection or a connection with the sky and spirits.
    Vogue, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of spirituality
Noun
  • When asked about his last moment of bliss, Tyler Perry has an immediate answer.
    Julie Jordan, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The Gemstone Traveler gift set comes with all of the elements necessary for a cup of bliss: three gemstone blend teas and a beautiful strainer with an opal moon charm.
    Catherine Garcia, theweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of bliss
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