Beneplacity

/ˌbɛnɪˈplæsɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being pleased; pleasantness or the condition of receiving approval or satisfaction.

Etymology

From Latin 'bene' (well) and 'placit' (pleasing), combined with '-ity' to form a noun. An extremely rare English formation from Latin roots, now largely obsolete.

Kelly Says

This wonderfully obscure word tries to capture the feeling of having someone's benevolent approval—basically the opposite of awkward tension, it's that warm sensation of genuine satisfaction!

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