happily ever after

The phrase "happily ever after" is commonly used in fairy tales and romantic stories to denote an ideal, lasting happiness.

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Definition

B2Literature

(idiomatic)An idealized ending where characters live in lasting happiness and contentment.

Example

  • The fairy tale concluded with the couple living happily ever after.

B2Romantic Relationships

(idiomatic, cliché)A state of enduring happiness and fulfillment in a romantic relationship.

Example

  • They believed they would live happily ever after despite the challenges they faced.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "happily ever after":

fairy-tale endinghappy endingfairy taletrue love