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Sad will be the day for any man when he becomes contented with the thoughts he is thinking and the deeds he is doing - where there is not forever beating at the doors of his soul some great desire to do something larger; which he knows he was meant and made to do.
Phillips Brooks

Meaning of "contented" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF CONTENTED

contented  [kənˈtɛntɪd] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CONTENTED

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Contented is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES CONTENTED MEAN IN ENGLISH?

contented

Contentment

Human Contentments, by Edgard Farasyn Contentment is the acknowledgement and satisfaction of reaching capacity. The level of capacity reached may be sought after, expected, desired, or simply predetermined as the level in which provides contentment. Contentment is synonymous with happiness but is more basic or prior to happiness that can be derived from outer achievement or self-improvement. For this reason, colloquially, contentment is simply a way of accepting one's life state and being grateful or happy with it. Many see contentment as an attitude towards situations. It may even be argued that this attitude of contentment leads to more positive outcomes as a result of the relaxation that goes with being contented. In a somewhat more mystical sense, contentment can be understood as an innate state before any intellectual judgement about life situations has entered into the picture. Perhaps this is why little children are generally happy until their intellectual powers - such as their ability to judge what is good from bad and being trained to hold onto concepts - begin to form and then their mental and emotional stresses begin to emerge.

Definition of contented in the English dictionary

The definition of contented in the dictionary is accepting one's situation or life with equanimity and satisfaction.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CONTENTED


accented
ˈæksɛntɪd
augmented
ɔːɡˈmɛntɪd
demented
dɪˈmɛntɪd
dented
ˈdɛntɪd
fragmented
fræɡˈmɛntɪd
hyperpigmented
ˌhaɪpəpɪɡˈmɛntɪd
lamented
ləˈmɛntɪd
overrepresented
ˌəʊvərɛprɪˈzɛntɪd
precedented
ˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd
scented
ˈsɛntɪd
unaccented
ˌʌnækˈsɛntɪd
undocumented
ʌnˈdɒkjʊmɛntɪd
unfermented
ˌʌnfəˈmɛntɪd
unlamented
ˌʌnləˈmɛntɪd
unornamented
ʌnˈɔːnəˌmɛntɪd
unprecedented
ʌnˈprɛsɪˌdɛntɪd
unrepresented
ʌnrɛprɪˈzɛntɪd
unresented
ˌʌnrɪˈzɛntɪd
unscented
ʌnˈsɛntɪd
unvented
ʌnˈvɛntɪd

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CONTENTED

contender
contending
contendingly
contenement
content
content provider
content word
content-addressable storage
contentation
contentedly
contentedness
contention
contentious
contentiously
contentiousness
contentless
contentment
contents
contents insurance
contents page

WORDS THAT END LIKE CONTENTED

accidented
discontented
disoriented
export-oriented
multitalented
object-oriented
patented
pigmented
printed
regimented
sweet-scented
talented
task-oriented
tented
tormented
underrepresented
unfrequented
unpatented
untalented
well-documented
well-represented

Synonyms and antonyms of contented in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «CONTENTED»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «contented» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of contented

Translation of «contented» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CONTENTED

Find out the translation of contented to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of contented from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «contented» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

满意的
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

satisfecho
570 millions of speakers

English

contented
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

संतुष्ट
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

قانع
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

довольный
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

contente
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সন্তুষ্ট
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

content
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Berpuas hati
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

zufrieden
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

満足している
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

만족한
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Nyenengake
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

man nguyện
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மனநிறைவு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

समाधानी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

mutlu
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

soddisfatto
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

zadowolony
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

задоволений
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

mulțumit
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ευχαριστημένος
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

tevrede
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

nöjd
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

tilfreds
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of contented

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CONTENTED»

The term «contented» is quite widely used and occupies the 43.020 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CONTENTED» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «contented» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «contented» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about contented

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10 QUOTES WITH «CONTENTED»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word contented.
1
Joseph Addison
A contented mind is the greatest blessing a man can enjoy in this world.
2
Akhenaton
To be satisfied with a little, is the greatest wisdom; and he that increaseth his riches, increaseth his cares; but a contented mind is a hidden treasure, and trouble findeth it not.
3
Don Ameche
I'm a very contented, peaceful man. I made mistakes, yes, but I accepted them, and, I hope, graciously.
4
Pearl Bailey
Never, never rest contented with any circle of ideas, but always be certain that a wider one is still possible.
5
Phillips Brooks
Sad will be the day for any man when he becomes contented with the thoughts he is thinking and the deeds he is doing - where there is not forever beating at the doors of his soul some great desire to do something larger; which he knows he was meant and made to do.
6
Karen Carpenter
I enjoy money. Not enough people in this world are happy. I'm determined to be contented, and having plenty of money from working makes it easier for me.
7
Karen Carpenter
I'm determined to be contented, and having plenty of money from working makes it easier for me.
8
Salmon P. Chase
Once I should have been, if not satisfied, partially, at least, contented with suffrage for the intelligent and those who have been soldiers; now I am convinced that universal suffrage is demanded by sound policy and impartial justice.
9
Hart Crane
And inasmuch as the bridge is a symbol of all such poetry as I am interested in writing it is my present fancy that a year from now I'll be more contented working in an office than ever before.
10
Felix Dennis
The rich are not a contented tribe. The demands from others to share their wealth become so tiresome, so insistent, they often decide they must insulate themselves. Insulation eventually breeds a mild form of paranoia.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CONTENTED»

Discover the use of contented in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to contented and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The New Contented Little Baby Book: The Secret to Calm and ...
In this new edition, you’ll find everything you need to know to get your newborn to sleep through the night.
Gina Ford, 2013
2
The Contented Little Baby Book Of Weaning
In this revised edition of The Contented Little Baby Book of Weaning, Gina includes the latest recommendations regarding breast-feeding and the introduction of solid food from the World Health Organisation and the UK Department of Health.
Gina Ford, 2012
3
A Contented House with Twins
Within weeks of the arrival of her beautiful daughters, Alice found that she was 'screaming out for a routine' and craving the knowledge of mothers who had been through it with two. This book is the result of those cries.
Alice Beer, Gina Ford, 2013
4
Contented Little Baby Book
Maternity nurses have long been used as live-in babycare tutors who will settle your baby as well as boost your confidence; this book promises to do the same and for a fraction of the price!
Gina Ford, 2012
5
Contented Dementia: 24-hour Wraparound Care for Lifelong ...
The SPECAL method (Specialized Early Care for Alzheimer's) outlined in this book works by creating links between past memories and the routine activities of daily life in the present.
Oliver James, 2009
6
The Contented Toddler Years
As babies grow, so their routines and patterns change. In The Contented Toddler Years Gina addresses the many changes in sleeping and feeding habits that arise during the second and third year.
Gina Ford, 2009
7
Contented Among Strangers: Rural German-speaking Women and ...
Contented among Strangers attempts to answer these questions by examining the central role German-speaking women played in preserving their ethnic and cultural identity in rural areas of the Midwest.
Linda Schelbitzki Pickle, 1996
8
The Contented Baby with Toddler Book
A major feature of the book is the adaptable routines, specifically designed to help you structure your day and meet all the needs of your toddler and your new baby... and still have time for lots of cuddles.
Gina Ford, 2012
9
The Complete Sleep Guide For Contented Babies & Toddlers
This book informs and reassures parents, dispelling many common myths and anxieties and offering practical solutions that work.
Gina Ford, 2012
10
The Contented Soul: The Art of Savoring Life
Encourages people to slow down to savor moments and days in the midst of their busy lives, calling them back to a simpler way of life that is characterized by an intimate connection with the Creator, authentic relationships with others, and ...
Lisa Graham McMinn, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CONTENTED»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term contented is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Making work more secure for 'the precariat' - The Irish Times
In spite of reliable international research that shows a contented workforce is more productive and that society benefits from greater equality, ... «Irish Times, Jul 15»
2
What's Going On - Northfield MN: Local - Southernminn.com
Northern Roots Session • 7:30 p.m., See Website, The Contented Cow, 302B Division Street South Join us for roots music tonight at The ... «Southernminn.com, Jul 15»
3
Family says 'goodbye' to little Reggie who died after being bitten by …
“Reggie was a contented baby, easy and alert, smiley, but with a pouty face too – a charmer and a bit of a poser from the word go.” After the service, his family ... «The Northern Echo, Jul 15»
4
City's park and rec board presents plans - York News-Times: News
News-Times/Steve Moseley - Mr. Turtle is smiling now at the Family Aquatic Center, but he won't be so contented when he learns he's on the ... «York News-Times, Jul 15»
5
Confronting gentrification in Columbia City - The Seattle Globalist
Rainier Ave moved a little slower that usual, humming with contented post-dinner traffic. In the twilight of the summer evening all these ... «Seattle Globalist, Jul 15»
6
Bakkies knows it's time to go - SuperSport - Rugby
Legendary Springbok lock Bakkies Botha is in a contented space as he prepares for his farewell to rugby and has ruled out any possible late ... «SuperSport, Jul 15»
7
A Ramble in the English Countryside | Rich Grant - Huffington Post
Public footpaths meander over stone walls through fields of contented sheep. Lazy rivers with names like Windrush flow past country pubs with ... «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
8
Denmark Has Always Bridged Its Political Differences Over Beer, But …
... it also is an expression of an increasingly introverted society, occupied and perhaps too contented with itself in a selfish, provincial sense. «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
9
The Ashes 2015: top 30 players from last 30 years of England …
He scored five of his six Ashes centuries in England and, surprisingly for an Aussie, seemed much more contented dealing with the swing as ... «The Daily Telegraph, Jul 15»
10
The Most Northerly NORDSTJERNEN, Part Two - MaritimeMatters
This experience is all about engaging with fellow passengers (barring language barriers or indifference), being contented with a beautiful ... «Maritime Matters, Jul 15»

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