ENJOY Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

enjoy

verb

in-ˈjȯi

Definition of enjoy

as in to savor

to take pleasure in TV and DVDs are OK, but we still enjoy seeing movies on the big screen

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as in to have

to keep, control, or experience as one's own a country where the people enjoy the highest living standards in the world

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Recent Examples of enjoy Billups, executive director of the central region for Boeing space advocacy and global engagement, enjoys visiting the John Will Anderson Boys & Girls Club in Gary every year. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026 More than racing, there’s also a swap meet, automobilia, featured speakers, concessions, and more to enjoy over the long weekend. — Mark Maglio, Hartford Courant, 6 Sep. 2026 Rodgers added that he's enjoyed spending time with his brother’s children. — Chantz Martin Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026 Robert Pattinson wants Chris Hansen to take a seat and enjoy the new movie about him. — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enjoy

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With fewer crowds than Spain’s main metropolises, a slower pace sets the tone for a sojourn meant to be savored.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
This leaves plenty of funds to spend on exploring some of the city’s most eclectic neighborhoods, savoring the culinary scene, wandering through world-class museums, and shopping at chic boutiques and galleries.

— Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of savor

Verb

The confusion could muddy the narrative of having the best models in the market that OpenAI would no doubt like to present ahead of a possible 2027 IPO.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026
Its rich, satisfying lather has a light citrus scent to make wash days feel just a little more elevated.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of have

Verb

But when the Orcs come sniffing, those same qualities transform him from fun-loving hobbit to fierce protector.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026
The 54-year-old Carrollton alum was referring to the celebrity loved injectable from Eli Lilly and Company that the FDA approved that same year.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of love

Verb

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway owns BNSF, and the railroad is a fierce critic of Vena’s takeover bid for Norfolk Southern.

— John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
According to court documents, Kenneth Charles Kessler III, 43, of Miami, and Michael Andrew Gomez, 43, of Miramar, owned and operated seven durable medical equipment supply companies based in Florida.

— Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of own

Verb

Vance went on to speak highly of Thune, who is widely liked by his fellow Republican lawmakers in the Senate.

— Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 3 Sep. 2026
That Ballmer’s fellow owners like and respect him, though, did not keep them from wanting the Clippers to be punished, and severely, if the accusations proved true.

— David Aldridge, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of like

Verb

The budget is likely to retain a focus on devolution, greater public control of public services and more private sector partnerships, but contain little to change the macro outlook, Monks said in a note Monday.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Had Woltemade not headed out, Newcastle may have had to pivot to an alternative, or opt to retain funds for January.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of retain

Verb

The Panthers had a week to relish their Salt Bowl win but will need to lock back in with the Rams coming to town.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Cinephiles will surely get a charge out of Maison Margiela‘s fall campaign — up to and including its star, actress Rebecca Hall, who relished the chance to appear in a trailer for a psychological thriller.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of relish

Verb

But while Maye is a more polished passer than Allen was through three seasons, Allen still possesses a level of dominance no one else has replicated.

— Jeff Howe, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
With All-Pro tight end Bowers serving as the centerpiece alongside Michael Mayer and wideout Tre Tucker, the offense possesses far more execution upside than last fall—all while Mendoza develops behind the scenes.

— David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026

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