well-being

noun

well-be·​ing ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ How to pronounce well-being (audio)
Synonyms of well-being
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare

Examples of well-being in a Sentence

we're only doing this for your own well-being
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The Town of Kersey remains committed to transparency, respectful public engagement, and the well-being of both residents and staff. Logan Smith, CBS News, 24 May 2026 Founders are encouraged to identify their natural role and seek a complementary partner to build a scalable, sustainable business with personal well-being intact. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026 The safety and well-being of our residents and visitors remains our highest priority. Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 24 May 2026 Nearly 9 in 10 Americans say trees and green spaces have a noticeable impact on their mental well-being, and an overwhelming majority agree that spending time in nature brings hope and optimism about the future, according to research supported by the foundation. Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-being

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of well-being was in 1561

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“Well-being.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-being. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

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well-being

noun
well-be·​ing
ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ
: the state of being happy, healthy, or prosperous : welfare

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