Pleasingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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pleasingly

[ ˈpliːzɪŋli ]

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in a pleasing manner

In a way that gives pleasure or satisfaction; in an enjoyable or attractive manner.

Synonyms

attractively, delightfully, enjoyably, pleasantly, satisfyingly

Examples of usage

The music played pleasingly in the background.
She smiled pleasingly at her guests.
The colors of the painting blended pleasingly.
The dish was cooked pleasingly, with just the right amount of seasoning.
The garden was arranged pleasingly, with a variety of flowers and plants.

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causing pleasure

Giving a feeling of pleasure or satisfaction; pleasant or enjoyable.

Synonyms

agreeable, enjoyable, gratifying, pleasurable, satisfying

Examples of usage

Her pleasingly soft voice was soothing to listen to.
The room had a pleasingly warm atmosphere.
The painting had a pleasingly simple composition.
The dish had a pleasingly rich flavor.
The garden had a pleasingly symmetrical layout.

Translations

Translations of the word "pleasingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agradavelmente

🇮🇳 प्रसन्नतापूर्वक

🇩🇪 angenehm

🇮🇩 dengan menyenangkan

🇺🇦 приємно

🇵🇱 przyjemnie

🇯🇵 心地よく (kokochiyoku)

🇫🇷 agréablement

🇪🇸 agradablemente

🇹🇷 hoş bir şekilde

🇰🇷 기분 좋게

🇸🇦 بشكل ممتع

🇨🇿 příjemně

🇸🇰 príjemne

🇨🇳 愉快地 (yúkuài de)

🇸🇮 prijetno

🇮🇸 ánægjulega

🇰🇿 жақсы

🇬🇪 სასიამოვნოდ (sasiamovno)

🇦🇿 xoşagələn şəkildə

🇲🇽 agradablemente

Word origin

The word 'pleasingly' is derived from the verb 'please' with the suffix '-ly' added to form an adverb. The concept of pleasing others or oneself has been a fundamental part of human interaction and emotional well-being throughout history. The ability to bring pleasure or satisfaction to others is often valued in social relationships and personal interactions.