The condition in which a person, community, or living system can function and thrive.
Reach for it when talking about well-being as more than the absence of obvious illness
Secure housing made a measurable difference to the children's health.
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everyday
fitness
Fits when physical capacity for activity is the central measure
Careful A fit person may still have significant health needs unrelated to exercise.
everyday
Fits when positive habits and self-care are the intended frame
Careful Wellness is often commercialized and can sound vague in clinical discussion.
warm
Fits when energy and liveliness are the visible signs to praise
Careful Vitality captures vigor, not quiet health or stable management of illness.
professional
Fits when physical, mental, and social welfare belong together
Careful Well-being is broad and may include happiness or prosperity beyond health.
formal
soundness
Fits when reliable condition and freedom from defect matter
Careful Mechanical overtones make soundness awkward for several aspects of human well-being.
formal
Fits when conditions that protect a population's basic well-being are at issue
Careful Welfare concerns circumstances and support, not health alone.
good health
Regular movement and companionship helped her remain in good health.
public health
The clean-water project became a lasting public health success.
mental health
Flexible hours gave staff more room to protect their mental health.
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