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The definition of contentment is the state of being satisfied or the source of satisfaction.

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An example of contentment is being completely happy.

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noun

the state, quality, or fact of being contented
Archaic a satisfying or being satisfied

Origin: ME contentement < OFr

See contentment in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The state of being contented; satisfaction.
A source of satisfaction: the contentments of a comfortable retirement.

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