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enjoyment

[en-joi-muhnt] / ɛnˈdʒɔɪ mənt /
NOUN
delight in something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amusement fun gratification happiness indulgence joy luxury pleasure recreation relaxation satisfaction thrill
STRONG
delectation diversion entertainment fruition gladness gusto hedonism rejoicing relish savor self-indulgence sensuality triumph zest
WEAK
enjoying loving
Antonyms
STRONGEST
depression dissatisfaction gloom labor pain sadness sorrow unhappiness woe work
STRONG
apathy chore failure task
WEAK
displeasure lack misery need want
NOUN
possession; use of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
indulgence
STRONG
advantage benefit exercise ownership spending using
WEAK
having
Antonyms
STRONG
disadvantage hindrance loss
WEAK
displeasure dissatisfaction lack misery need sorrow unhappiness want woe

Example Sentences

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The author, over 60, found renewed enjoyment in golf by moving to forward tees and focusing less on scoring, after an epiphany at Omni PGA Frisco’s Fields Ranch East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

By creating well-designed products that blur the lines between work and enjoyment, Apple helped foster an emotional connection to the brand, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

That enjoyment quickly fades after looking through a comment section that’s filled with people claiming “this video is AI.”

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

"You can see the enjoyment from the children but we're also seeing collegiate attitudes amongst the staff."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

I envied him and wished with all my heart that someday I would learn how to have Jake’s confidence and devilish enjoyment of life.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam