This time he fell on his knees, and, clasping his hands convulsively, uttered a prayer intelligible to God alone. He soon became calmer and more happy, for only now did he begin to realize his felicity. What does the word felicity mean in this context?

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Julia Zavala · Answer 1

The word "felicity" here means a sense of satisfaction, almost catharsis, as the speaker has found closure in his prayer and happiness.