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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Are they not joyful or grounding enough to be worthy of enjoyment?

From Salon • May 17, 2026

“Our view is that much of the GLP risk is on impulse/snacking occasions and that on-premise dining may expand as people regain full comfort and enjoyment eating out,” the analysts wrote.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

On the other hand, when participants thought a drink contained sugar, they reported greater enjoyment, even when the drink actually used artificial sweeteners.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

"I get as much enjoyment from going to humble non-league clubs as I do big showpiece games," Tony, now 62, says.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

These instruments would have been played both for the enjoyment of the crew and to provide them a rhythm as they raised and lowered the ship’s sails.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler

enjoyment

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