noun
- plural of contentedness; the state or quality of being satisfied and happy with one's life or circumstances
Usage: Plural form; rarely used in everyday speech; more common in formal or literary contexts
Examples
- The various contentednesses expressed by the survey respondents reflected their different life priorities.
- Different cultures may experience contentednesses in distinct ways based on their values.
- The philosopher explored multiple contentednesses across different philosophical traditions.
- Their contentednesses with simple living stood in contrast to their neighbors' constant striving.
- The study examined the contentednesses of retirees in various communities.