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happiness Synonyms

Another word for happiness

Choosing another word for happiness depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state or feeling of being pleased, content, joyful, or satisfied with one's life and circumstances.

Usage Example

"Spending quiet afternoons in the garden with her family brought her a deep sense of joy."

Strongest
joy
contentment
felicity
bliss
delight
gladness
Strong
pleasure
satisfaction
cheerfulness
elation

• noun (Context 2)

Aptness, suitability, or pleasing gracefulness in expression, style, or action.

Usage Example

"The critic praised the essay for its remarkable felicity of phrasing and clarity of thought."

Strongest
felicity
aptness
appropriateness
Strong
suitability
gracefulness
fitness
elegance

Opposites of happiness

The opposite of happiness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unhappiness
sadness
infelicity
misery
sorrow
inaptness
inappropriateness
grief
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Happiness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/happiness
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