enjoyment
noun
en·joy·ment
in-ˈjȯi-mənt 
en-
1
a
: the action or state of enjoying
b
: possession and use
the enjoyment of civic rights
2
: something that gives keen satisfaction
the poorest life has its enjoyments and pleasures
Examples of enjoyment in a Sentence
She always found sports to be a source of great enjoyment.
I read the book strictly for my own enjoyment.
the enjoyment of good health
This is land set aside for the public's enjoyment.
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Since 1996 Katherine Rose Memorial Park in Mansfield has been a source of enjoyment and relaxation for residents young and old.
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Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2024
Studies have shown that one of the most common outcomes of overtraining is a loss of enjoyment for not just the sport, but life in general.
—Greg Marshall, Outside Online, 2 July 2024
Designed for efficiency and ease, this cutting-edge device offers an unparalleled cleaning experience, ensuring your pool is immaculate and ready for endless summer enjoyment.
—Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 29 June 2024
The right ones can make a significant difference in both enjoyment and safety, so check out these deals to save big on the essentials, like 40 percent off the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent, 30 percent off the REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair, and 25 percent off the MSR WindBurner Stove System.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2024
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Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2024
Studies have shown that one of the most common outcomes of overtraining is a loss of enjoyment for not just the sport, but life in general.
—Greg Marshall, Outside Online, 2 July 2024
Designed for efficiency and ease, this cutting-edge device offers an unparalleled cleaning experience, ensuring your pool is immaculate and ready for endless summer enjoyment.
—Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 29 June 2024
The right ones can make a significant difference in both enjoyment and safety, so check out these deals to save big on the essentials, like 40 percent off the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent, 30 percent off the REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair, and 25 percent off the MSR WindBurner Stove System.
—Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2024
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enjoyment. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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enjoyment
noun
en·joy·ment
in-ˈjȯi-mənt
1
: the condition of enjoying something : possession and use of something that gives satisfaction
the enjoyment of good health
2
: satisfaction taken in something
find enjoyment in skating
3
: something that gives pleasure
the poorest life has its enjoyments
Legal Definition
enjoyment
noun
en·joy·ment
: personal benefit, use, or possession (as of rights or property)
widows and widowers were relegated to lifetime enjoyment of the marital estates—W. M. McGovern, Jr. et al.
W. M. McGovern, Jr. et al.
specifically
: the receipt of the fruits or profits of property see also right of use, usufruct
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