Pleasurable: meaning, definitions and examples

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pleasurable

 

[ หˆplษ›ส’ษ™rษ™bษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Giving a feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction.

Synonyms

delightful, enjoyable, satisfying.

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Word Description / Examples
pleasurable

Used to describe something that gives a lot of pleasure, usually in a general and broad sense. It can be used for experiences, sensations, or activities.

  • The massage was a highly pleasurable experience
  • Reading a good book by the fireplace can be a pleasurable way to spend the evening
enjoyable

Used to denote something that is fun or provides pleasure. It's more casual and often applied to activities, events, or experiences.

  • We had an enjoyable afternoon at the beach
  • Watching the movie was really enjoyable
satisfying

Used when something meets expectations or fulfills a need or desire, often bringing a sense of contentment and accomplishment.

  • Finishing the project was incredibly satisfying
  • Itโ€™s satisfying to see all our hard work finally pay off
delightful

Often used to describe something that is charming, lovely, or brings joy. More frequently used for positive experiences, objects, or people.

  • The kids had a delightful time at the amusement park
  • Her performance at the concert was simply delightful

Examples of usage

  • It was a pleasurable experience to watch the sunset from the beach.
  • She found reading a pleasurable way to relax after a long day at work.
Context #2 | Adjective

activity

Involving or resulting in pleasure or enjoyment.

Synonyms

delightful, enjoyable, satisfying.

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Word Description / Examples
pleasurable

Use when describing something that gives a lot of pleasure.

  • The spa treatment was a pleasurable experience.
  • We had a pleasurable evening at the concert.
enjoyable

Suitable for experiences or activities that provide a lot of fun and enjoyment.

  • The movie was highly enjoyable.
  • We had an enjoyable time at the amusement park.
satisfying

Best used when something meets expectations and gives a feeling of fulfillment.

  • Completing the project on time was very satisfying.
  • The meal was not only tasty but also satisfying.
delightful

Applicable when something is very pleasing and gives a lot of joy or satisfaction.

  • The garden is filled with delightful flowers.
  • Her delightful smile made everyone happy.

Examples of usage

  • We engaged in various pleasurable activities during our vacation.
  • The restaurant offered a pleasurable dining experience with its delicious food.

Translations

Translations of the word "pleasurable" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น prazeroso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคจเค‚เคฆเคฆเคพเคฏเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช angenehm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyenangkan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธั”ะผะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przyjemny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฅฝใ—ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท agrรฉable

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ placentero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท keyifli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฆ๊ฑฐ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู…ุชุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญjemnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรญjemnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไปคไบบๆ„‰ๅฟซ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prijeten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกnรฆgjulegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปำ™ะทะทะฐั‚ ะฐะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒกแƒ˜แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ•แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรถvqlรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ placentero

Etymology

The word 'pleasurable' originated from the Middle English word 'plesurable', which came from the Old French word 'plaisir' meaning 'to please'. The concept of deriving pleasure from something has been a fundamental aspect of human experiences throughout history, with various cultures and societies valuing different forms of pleasure.

See also: displeasure.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,143, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.