contentedness

noun

Definition of contentednessnext
as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met the look of contentedness on the sleeping child's face

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contentedness
  1. contentment
  2. enjoyment
  3. happiness
  4. satisfaction
  5. content
  6. pleasure
Noun
  • Growth has brought enormous contentment and prosperity to the people of developed countries, citizens of developing countries that have embraced the capitalist approach, and, prospectively, to almost the entire world.
    Jon Moynihan, Fortune Europe, 3 Dec. 2024
  • The reasons for the behavior aren't fully known, but it is believed to be a sign of contentment and comfort.
    Matt Robison, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of contentment
Noun
  • Congressional statutes outlaw conspiracies to intimidate people in the enjoyment of their federal rights.
    The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
  • These delicious caps should induce euphoria and relaxation and are also sure to elicit tremendous enjoyment with their 100% Belgian Chocolate formulation and light blueberry flavoring.
    Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of enjoyment
Noun
  • The ability to experience different cultures and lifestyles and enjoy adventure, which boost your happiness and productivity.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Thank you for filling my life with so much love and happiness.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of happiness
Noun
  • Each episode gives practical steps for improving client satisfaction and building long-term loyalty through better service and engagement.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • As burnout has shown to affect women disproportionately to men, Kathy McCabe bridges a growing gap between productivity and overall employee satisfaction.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of satisfaction
Noun
  • The ban on the Chinese businessman came after the contents of his phone were downloaded when he was stopped under counter-terrorism laws at a UK border in 2021, the ruling said.
    Reuters, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The decision to not renew the deal comes as Max pivots away from children’s content and more toward adult and family programming.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of content
Noun
  • And perhaps that’s what makes this message from Dr. Daniel Crosby so compelling— these three words matter so much within the context of our personal and financial growth because these aren’t just three nice ideas that give us a momentary sense of pleasure.
    Tim Maurer, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • It’s been a pleasure being a part of Vanderpump Rules and filling your TV screens with our lives over the past decade.
    Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of pleasure
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“Contentedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contentedness. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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