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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The adults-only Carriage House has direct access to the Kohler Waters Spa and includes complimentary hydrotherapy and wellness amenities, as well as daily breakfast, evening hors d’oeuvres and drinks, and yoga classes. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 Oct. 2025 On Fridays patrons can enjoy light bites while a DJ plays a mix of Caribbean sounds; Saturdays they are treated to live music, and Sundays offer wellness with morning yoga, an afternoon drum class and evening jazz. Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025 But the actor turned wellness and lifestyle guru is bucking the norm—first, with that photo that shared skin texture and expression lines, and now by showing, not hiding, her grays. Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025 Laura Trujillo is a national columnist focusing on health and wellness. Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 28 Oct. 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 29 Oct. 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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