Wholeness: meaning, definitions and examples

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wholeness

 

[ หˆhษ™สŠlnษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spiritual growth

The state of being complete or undivided; unity; integrity.

Synonyms

completeness, integrity, unity.

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Word Description / Examples
wholeness

Often used in a holistic or wellness context, emphasizing the overall well-being and complete state of a person or thing.

  • Yoga promotes a sense of wholeness and balance in life.
  • After the surgery, she felt a renewed wholeness in her body.
completeness

Typically used to describe something that has all necessary parts or elements, often in more technical or formal contexts.

  • Please check the completeness of your application before submission.
  • The pie chart shows the completeness of the project and its various stages.
unity

Used to describe a sense of togetherness or harmony among a group of people or parts of a whole.

  • The team's unity was evident during the final match.
  • National unity is crucial during times of crisis.
integrity

Often used to describe a person's character, emphasizing honesty and strong moral principles. It can also denote soundness or unity in other contexts.

  • Her integrity was never in doubt, even during challenging times.
  • The bridge was built with structural integrity in mind.

Examples of usage

  • Finding wholeness through meditation.
  • She felt a sense of wholeness after forgiving her past mistakes.
Context #2 | Noun

psychological well-being

The quality of being sound in body, mind, or spirit; health; wellness.

Synonyms

health, soundness, wellness.

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wholeness

Used when discussing the state of being complete or whole, not just physical health but also emotional and spiritual completeness.

  • After years of therapy, she finally felt a sense of wholeness.
  • Meditation helps me achieve mental wholeness.
health

Commonly used to refer to the overall physical and mental condition of a person or living being.

  • Regular exercise is essential for good health.
  • He was worried about his grandfather's health.
wellness

Refers to a holistic approach to health that includes physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Often used in the context of lifestyle and self-care.

  • The spa vacation was a great boost to her overall wellness.
  • Work-life balance is crucial for maintaining personal wellness.
soundness

Often used to describe something sturdy, solid, or in good condition, metaphorically or otherwise. It can refer to mental stability as well, but itโ€™s not as commonly used for physical health.

  • The soundness of the building was confirmed by the inspector.
  • She questioned the soundness of his argument.

Examples of usage

  • Yoga helps to achieve wholeness of mind and body.
  • She focused on achieving wholeness through self-care practices.

Translations

Translations of the word "wholeness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น integridade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฎเค—เฅเคฐเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ganzheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keseluruhan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั†ั–ะปั–ัะฝั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ caล‚oล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…จไฝ“ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intรฉgritรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ integridad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bรผtรผnlรผk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™„์ „์„ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงูƒุชู…ุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ celistvost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ celistvosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎŒๆ•ดๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ celovitost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heild

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑั‚ะฐัั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒงแƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bรผtรถvlรผk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ integridad

Etymology

The word 'wholeness' originated from the Old English word 'hal' meaning 'sound, entire, uninjured' and the suffix '-ness' indicating a state or condition. The concept of wholeness has been prevalent in various spiritual and psychological teachings, emphasizing the importance of unity and completeness in one's being.

See also: unwholesomely, whole, wholehearted, wholeheartedly, wholesome, wholly.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,939, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.