Relaxing on the porch of our private villa was sheer bliss.
the godly life she has lived will surely lead to infinite bliss after death
Recent Examples on the WebFor a free day of coastal bliss, walk along the water at iconic Fisherman's Wharf and grab a sweet treat at Jackson's Ice Cream.—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2024 Your Ultimate 2024 Leo Horoscope, as Predicted by a Celebrity Astrologer
Capricorn (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19)
Your past has been riddled with intensity, passion, loss and moments of bliss, Capricorn.—Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bliss
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English blisse, from Old English bliss; akin to Old English blīthe blithe
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of bliss was
before the 12th century
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