Evolution of «Happiness» concept in Russian language

Idzibagandova Uzdiyat Ismailovna

The article deals with the terms "Concept" and "Happiness". The author analyses various interpretations of "Happiness" concept used by domestic scientists. The process of the concept changing in the historical, cultural and sociological aspects is proved. The connection of the lexical and etymological meanings is given. Factors and conditions affecting the evolution of the concept of "Happiness" are distinguished.

Keywords:concept, concept "Happiness," evolution of concept, the language unit.