wellness

noun

well·​ness ˈwel-nəs How to pronounce wellness (audio)
: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness

Examples of wellness in a Sentence

Daily exercise is proven to promote wellness. discounted gym memberships are part of the company's employee wellness program
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Burgess: What makes Hotel Sages Signature Retreats unique compared to other wellness retreats? Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025 Read more: Prevention & Treatment Supplements 9 Sources By Trang Tran, PharmD Tran is a Doctor of Pharmacy and an integrative health and wellness freelance writer based in Oregon. Trang Tran, Verywell Health, 27 May 2025 The medical clinic and wellness destination was founded in 1913 by Dr. Paul Niehans. Emily Burns, Footwear News, 24 May 2025 The retailer is selling at-home saunas that look similar to ones at a wellness retreat, but for a fraction of the cost. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for wellness

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wellness was in 1653

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“Wellness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wellness. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

wellness

noun
well·​ness -nəs How to pronounce wellness (audio)
: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness

Medical Definition

wellness

noun
well·​ness
: the quality or state of being in good health especially as an actively sought goal
lifestyles that promote wellness
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