wellness
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: wellnesses
Sense 1
The quality or state of being in good health (sometimes emphasizing both health and safety); mental and physical soundness.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
The process of learning about and engaging in behaviors that are likely to result in optimal health.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wellness” mean?
The quality or state of being in good health (sometimes emphasizing both health and safety); mental and physical soundness.
Is “wellness” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.