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Épanouissement

Meaning: The full flourishing of a person — blooming into your most complete, radiant self. More than happiness; total self-realisation.

Language: French

Literally: blossoming / flowering

Category: Emotion

Origin: French épanouir ('to open up, to blossom'); used of flowers, and of people at their best.

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