welfare

/wˈɛlfɛr/

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Noun
governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need; "she lives on welfare"
Noun
something that aids or promotes well-being; "for the benefit of all"
Noun
a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous; "the town was finally on the upbeat after our recent troubles"