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Definitions

pleasure

[plezh-er] / ˈplɛʒ ər /
NOUN
delight, happiness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amusement bliss comfort contentment enjoyment gratification hobby joy luxury satisfaction thrill
STRONG
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
joie de vivre primrose path
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discontent displeasure dissatisfaction misery need sadness sorrow unhappiness upset want woe work
STRONG
apathy blandness chore dullness labor task
WEAK
dislike gloom hate hatred melancholy pain trouble worry
NOUN
will, inclination
Synonyms
STRONGEST
desire purpose
STRONG
choice command fancy liking mind option preference velleity want wish
Antonyms
STRONG
dislike hate hatred
WEAK
gloom melancholy pain sadness sorrow trouble unhappiness worry

Example Sentences

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It was not about coaxing the maximum possible pleasure out of a cut of meat.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

At the moment, QCDs give you great pleasure.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

How many major finals have you had the pleasure of watching your team play in - and win - during your lifetime?

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“For the coffee-lover, the intricate ritual of coffee preparation adds fun and pleasure to life,” he argues.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

He speared the meat with his fork, bit hungrily, and rolled his eyes heavenward in pure pleasure.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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