Pleasurable: meaning, definitions and examples
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pleasurable
[ หplษสษrษbษl ]
feeling
Giving a feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction.
Synonyms
delightful, enjoyable, satisfying.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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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.
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enjoyable |
Used to denote something that is fun or provides pleasure. It's more casual and often applied to activities, events, or experiences.
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satisfying |
Used when something meets expectations or fulfills a need or desire, often bringing a sense of contentment and accomplishment.
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delightful |
Often used to describe something that is charming, lovely, or brings joy. More frequently used for positive experiences, objects, or people.
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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.
activity
Involving or resulting in pleasure or enjoyment.
Synonyms
delightful, enjoyable, satisfying.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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pleasurable |
Use when describing something that gives a lot of pleasure.
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enjoyable |
Suitable for experiences or activities that provide a lot of fun and enjoyment.
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satisfying |
Best used when something meets expectations and gives a feeling of fulfillment.
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delightful |
Applicable when something is very pleasing and gives a lot of joy or satisfaction.
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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:
๐ต๐น prazeroso
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคจเคเคฆเคฆเคพเคฏเค
๐ฉ๐ช angenehm
๐ฎ๐ฉ menyenangkan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธัะผะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ przyjemny
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฅฝใใ
๐ซ๐ท agrรฉable
๐ช๐ธ placentero
๐น๐ท keyifli
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฆ๊ฑฐ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ู ุชุน
๐จ๐ฟ pลรญjemnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ prรญjemnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไปคไบบๆๅฟซ็
๐ธ๐ฎ prijeten
๐ฎ๐ธ รกnรฆgjulegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปำะทะทะฐั ะฐะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแกแแแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ zรถvqlรผ
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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- 15143 pleasurable
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- 15145 dynamo
- 15146 quickened
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