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wellness

noun

  1. measure of health
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛl.nɪs/ / /ˈwel.nɪs/

noun

Etymology: From Middle English welnes, welenes. By surface analysis, well + -ness.

  1. The quality or state of being in good health (sometimes emphasizing both health and safety); mental and physical soundness.

    health and wellness

    Diet and exercise are cornerstones of wellness.

  2. The process of learning about and engaging in behaviors that are likely to result in optimal health.

    She made a fortune as a wellness guru.