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bliss

/blɪs/

Meanings
  • Noun

    A state of great happiness and joy.

    - "She achieved bliss after the birth of her child."
    - "The vacation brought them endless bliss."
    - "He found bliss in the simple pleasures of life."
  • Noun

    A state of spiritual enlightenment or liberation.

    - "The guru led them to a state of spiritual bliss."
    - "He spent years in search of enlightenment and bliss."
    - "The ancient texts describe the path to eternal bliss."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with bliss
hiss , miss , kiss , bliss
Variants
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bliss , blisses , red bliss , red blisses , ignorance is bliss , marital bliss , wedded bliss , Bowles , Chester Bliss Bowles , Chester Bowles , Bliss Perry , Perry
Etymology
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Old English 'bliss' meaning 'happiness, joy'. Derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'blitho' meaning 'to be glad, to be alive'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'bliss' appears in the Bible more than 20 times.

  2. Bliss was the name of a popular brand of ice cream in the United States in the early 20th century.

  3. The term 'blissful ignorance' refers to a state of happiness or contentment that comes from not knowing something that could potentially cause distress or sadness.


Related Concepts
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  1. Euphoria: A feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or elation.

  2. Happiness: A positive or pleasant emotion felt in response to a situation or experience.

  3. Joy: A feeling of great pleasure and contentment.


Culture
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Bliss has been a recurring theme in various cultures and art forms throughout history. In literature, it has been portrayed as the ultimate goal of human existence, as in Dante's Divine Comedy. In music, it has been expressed through various genres, such as blues and gospel, which often explore the themes of joy, sorrow, and redemption. In art, it has been depicted through various mediums, such as painting and sculpture, which aim to evoke feelings of happiness and serenity.

How to Memorize "bliss"

  1. visualize

    - Close your eyes and imagine a warm, sunny day at the beach. Feel the sand between your toes, hear the sound of waves crashing, and smell the salty sea air. Visualize yourself in a state of great happiness and joy, feeling completely at peace and content.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'bliss' with the feeling of a warm, cozy blanket on a cold winter day. Or, associate it with the taste of your favorite dessert, or the sound of laughter and joy.

  3. mnemonics

    - B - Brings a smile to your face
    - L - Lifts your mood
    - I - Instantly makes you feel good
    - S - Surrounds you with happiness


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