eudemonic

American

[yoo-di-mon-ik] / ˌju dɪˈmɒn ɪk /

Or eudaemonic

adjective

pertaining or conducive to happiness.
pertaining to eudemonics or eudemonism.

Etymology

Origin of eudemonic

From the Greek word eudaimonikós, dating back to 1825–35. See eudemon, -ic

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Psychologists differentiate between two aspects of happiness: "hedonic wellbeing," related to emotional experiences, and "eudemonic wellbeing," which concerns meaning and purpose in life.

From BBC ● Dec. 25, 2024

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