Blissfully

/ˈblɪsfəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner full of joy, happiness, or contentment; in a state of perfect bliss.

Etymology

From 'blissful' (combining 'bliss' from Old English 'blīðe' meaning happy, plus '-ful') with the adverbial suffix '-ly.' The sense evolved from describing fortunate or happy states.

Kelly Says

Medieval people used 'bliss' specifically for the happiness of heaven, which is why the word carries such an absolute quality—it's not just happiness, it's perfect happiness. Saying someone is 'blissfully unaware' is almost poetic irony.

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