Contentment

-a state of happiness and satisfaction

Etymology

Latin: contentus “I hold together, contain”

Synonyms

Gratification – pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire

Delight – a strong feeling of happiness; great pleasure or satisfaction

Fulfillment – satisfaction or happiness as a result of fully developing one’s abilities or character

Enjoyment – a feeling of pleasure caused by doing or experiencing something you like

Repletion - fulfillment of a need or desire

Antonyms

Displeasure – a feeling of annoyance or disapproval

Disappointment – feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one’s hopes or

expectations

Malcontent – a person who is always or often unhappy or angry about something

Discontent – not pleased or satisfied

Unsatisfied – not satisfied or fulfilled

Idiomatic expressions

To (one’s) heart’s contentment – to one’s entire satisfaction, without limitation

A bed of roses – an easy, comfortable situation

A leopard cannot change its spots – a person’s character

Contented mind is a perpetual feast – the cause of lasting happiness, and suggest that striving for such
contentment is more important than for material riches

Content oneself with someone or something – to be satisfied with (usually less of) someone or
something

Manifestations

Be grateful for what you have.

Not complaining of what you do not have.

Not asking for more.

Want less give more.

Not comparing your life to others.

Biblical Application

“Make sure that your character is free from the love of money, being content with what you have; for
He Himself has said “I will never leave you, nor will I ever forsake you.”

Hebrews 13:5