well-being

noun

well-be·​ing ˈwel-ˈbē-iŋ How to pronounce well-being (audio)
: 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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In the end, Jeff sells out his values for his own survival and well-being. Andrew R. Chow, Time, 31 May 2025 Bigger incomes and more assets were also positively correlated with higher levels of well-being, but having at least $2,000 saved for a rainy day delivered the largest boost. Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 30 May 2025 Witness and aid with the darting of a rhino, elephant collaring, and other activities that help ensure the safety and well-being of these magnificent creatures. AFAR Media, 30 May 2025 Evans was found just three days after National Missing Children's Day, an annual observance to advocate for the safety and well-being of children. Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for well-being

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

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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 4 Jun. 2025.

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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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