pleasure

Definition for pleasure

noun as in delight, happiness

Strongest matches

amusement, bliss, comfort, contentment, enjoyment, gratification, hobby, joy, luxury, satisfaction, thrill

Strong matches

buzz, delectation, diversion, ease, entertainment, felicity, flash, fruition, game, gladness, gluttony, gusto, indulgence, joyride, kick, kicks, recreation, relish, revelry, seasoning, self-indulgence, solace, spice, titillation, turnon, velvet, zest

Weak matches

joie de vivre, primrose path

noun as in will, inclination

Strongest matches

desire, purpose

Strong matches

choice, command, fancy, liking, mind, option, preference, velleity, want, wish

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"Malachy Finegan took a vulnerable boy at a vulnerable time in my life, groomed me and then abused me for his own pleasure," he said after the case settled.

From BBC

His brother Mark paid tribute to the "most amazing, caring man who was loved by anyone who had the pleasure to meet him".

From BBC

He enjoys simple pleasures and expresses no regrets for quitting professional tennis so young.

From Los Angeles Times

Estate agent Andrew Fuller, from Bell Ingram, said it was a "real pleasure to bring such a well-loved home to the market".

From BBC

"But it was an absolute pleasure working with David."

From BBC

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