wellness

noun

well·ness ˈwel-nəs

Synonyms of wellness

: 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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More Great Beauty Stories from Vogue Sign up for Vogue’s beauty newsletter to receive the insider’s guide to all things beauty and wellness. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2026 Though interest in peptides is popular in certain wellness circles, including with podcasters like Joe Rogan, many of those who are seeking alternative medicine or who are going back to traditional cultural practices don’t fit the MAHA archetype. — Cara Kelly, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 Ask an American what a wellness vacation involves, and the answer leans toward cucumber water and a mud wrap. — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Doctors say the color, shape and frequency of your stool offer real clues about digestion, hydration and long-term wellness. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wellness

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First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wellness was in 1653

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wellness

noun

well·ness -nəs

: 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

wellness

noun

Synonyms of wellness

Examples of wellness in a Sentence

Word History

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Kids Definition

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