contentment
noun
con·tent·ment
kən-ˈtent-mənt 
Examples of contentment in a Sentence
He believes that people can find peace and contentment in living simply.
There was a look of perfect contentment on her face.
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The picture evokes Sunday-afternoon contentment, when nature and faith and the body converge to create a moment of true grace.
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Hilton Als, New Yorker, 17 July 2025
This type of contentment is also related to community spirit.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
The Licensed Money Manager accepts money’s authority and impact on people’s lifestyle, contentment, relationships, potential and overall peace of mind.
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Hilton Als, New Yorker, 17 July 2025
This type of contentment is also related to community spirit.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
The Licensed Money Manager accepts money’s authority and impact on people’s lifestyle, contentment, relationships, potential and overall peace of mind.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 26 June 2025
Tail wagging during sleep can indicate a positive dream or a replay of happy daytime memories—suggesting that Pixie is now living a life full of comfort and contentment.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for contentment
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“Contentment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/contentment. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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contentment
noun
con·tent·ment
kən-ˈtent-mənt
: freedom from worry or restlessness : peaceful satisfaction
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