# welfarism

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. An axiology or ethical theory in which value is determined by the well-being (e.g., happiness) of people or other sentient beings.
2. The belief in or support for a welfare state.

## Etymology
From welfare + -ism.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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