1
as in hands
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
a scenic walkway along the ocean shore that is intended for the enjoyment of all
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as in contentment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
this new video game should provide countless hours of enjoyment
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Recent Examples of enjoyment
The researchers found that exercise enjoyment varies according to personality trait.
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New Atlas, 8 July 2025
Spending time together in nature has been found to enhance a sense of unity within families, while also offering a sense of relaxation and enjoyment.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 July 2025
The enjoyment paused when Carolina tied it 3-3 around mid-third period when Seth Jarvis’ wrist shot beat Bobrovsky over his right shoulder.
—Greg Cote
june 29, Miami Herald, 29 June 2025
These are my basic rules for safety and enjoyment, at least in a vessel up to about 30 feet.
—George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2025
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New Atlas, 8 July 2025
Spending time together in nature has been found to enhance a sense of unity within families, while also offering a sense of relaxation and enjoyment.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 July 2025
The enjoyment paused when Carolina tied it 3-3 around mid-third period when Seth Jarvis’ wrist shot beat Bobrovsky over his right shoulder.
—Greg Cote
june 29, Miami Herald, 29 June 2025
These are my basic rules for safety and enjoyment, at least in a vessel up to about 30 feet.
—George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for enjoyment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyment
Noun
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The picture evokes Sunday-afternoon contentment, when nature and faith and the body converge to create a moment of true grace.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
17 July 2025
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This type of contentment is also related to community spirit.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Collins, who has previously celebrated the unique pleasures of the early dinner, finds something to like about lunch in all its guises—the power lunch, the liquid lunch, even the sad desk lunch.—
Ian Crouch,
New Yorker,
25 July 2025
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There’s something magical about the mix of pine trees, screen doors, and the flicker of a lantern that instantly transports you to summer’s simplest pleasures.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
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When applied consistently, this approach improves operational flow and strengthens employee satisfaction.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Of the five states with the lowest satisfaction in the bedroom, four voted Republican in the 2024 presidential election, raising questions about the influence of cultural values, education policy, and political ideology on personal relationships.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Notions of propriety get in the way of happiness, insinuations overpower truth, gossip becomes currency—a game of social snakes and ladders is afoot at all times.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
24 July 2025
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This belief pushes them to go out of their way to ensure their partner’s happiness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Students will be challenged to think about how to create compelling content around class material in a short form video and instructors can even create a competition around which content gets the most organic views.—
Sergei Revzin,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Rice’s portfolio as an executive includes dozens of Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations across thousands of hours of content.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 July 2025
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As Japan’s second-largest city, Yokohama has no shortage of local delights.—
Kim Kay,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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His wife's reaction to the surprise during the vows was one of pure delight.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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Regardless, drivers have been honking their vehicles’ horns with joy now that Gurnee is the first in the county to end its photo-enforcement program.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The joy emanating from the largely millennial devotees was palpable, from the white clothing blanketing the stands to the breathless commentary throughout the concert.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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“Enjoyment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyment. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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