Well-being

Definition

Well-being refers to the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy. It encompasses various facets of an individual's life, including physical, mental, and social aspects.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈwɛlˌbiːɪŋ/
• Respelling: WEL-bee-ing

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈwɛlˌbiːɪŋ/
• Respelling: WEL-bee-ing

In both American and British English, "well-being" is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable of "well" and a secondary stress on the "bee" of "being." The pronunciation of this compound word is essentially the same in both versions of English, featuring a clear "wel" sound followed by "bee-ing."

Etymology

"Well-being" is a compound term formed by joining "well", an adjective indicating good health or condition, and "being", a noun that refers to the nature or essence of a person.

Derivatives

• Well-being index
• Psychological well-being
• Emotional well-being
• Social well-being
• Economic well-being

Synonyms

• Welfare
• Health
• Flourishing

Antonyms

• Illness
• Malaise
• Discomfort

Usage

"Well-being" is often used in psychological, medical, and sociological contexts to discuss the overall quality of an individual's life and health. It can relate to both physical health and mental state.

Related Terms

• Quality of life
• Happiness
• Prosperity
• Mental health
• Vitality

Detailed Definition

Noun

• The state of feeling healthy and happy, both physically and mentally.‍
• Example: Regular exercise can greatly improve one's well-being.

• The state of being prosperous or having a good quality of life.‍
• Example: Economic policies should aim to enhance the well-being of all citizens.

• A general state of comfort, contentment, and satisfaction with one's life or situation.‍
• Example: After meditating, she felt a deep sense of well-being.