Wiktionary:Word of the day/March 20

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felicity n

(uncountable) Happiness; (countable) an instance of this. (uncountable) An apt and pleasing style in speech, writing, etc.; (countable) an apt and pleasing choice of words. (uncountable, rare) Good luck; success; (countable) An instance of unexpected good luck; a stroke of luck; also, a lucky characteristic. (uncountable, semiotics) Reproduction of a sign with fidelity. (countable) Something that is either a source of happiness or particularly apt. Today is the International Day of Happiness, which is recognized by the United Nations to highlight the need for a more inclusive approach to economic growth that promotes sustainable development and the eradication of poverty for the happiness and well-being of all peoples.

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