idiom

Money Doesn't Buy Happiness

MUN-ee DUZ-unt by HAP-ee-nes

/ˈmʌniː ˈdʌzənt baɪ ˈhæpiːnɪs/

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moneydoesn'tbuyhappiness

Dictionary meaning

A proverb expressing the belief that wealth alone cannot provide true contentment, fulfilment, or emotional wellbeing, and that other values — such as relationships, health, purpose, and community — are equally or more important for a good life.

Examples

He earned a fortune on Wall Street but burned out within five years — money doesn't buy happiness.
Research in positive psychology broadly confirms the old proverb: money doesn't buy happiness beyond a certain income threshold.

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