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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Relevance

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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 There are no lack of games to choose from and enjoy on this Week 2 slate. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026 Golf photographer Brian Murphy says that Orlando’s thriving golf scene is ideal for residents who enjoy the game. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026 For decades, the country’s version of the hot dog has been one of the most affordable foods enjoyed across social classes. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026 For many young adults, the calculation between enjoying money now and saving it for later has shifted. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enjoy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoy

Verb

In a month without much to savor, this is when Houston can take solace.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026
Like its predecessor in the space, Lanna will be a full-service restaurant, a place to unwind and savor each bite.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of savor

Verb

However, everybody should understand that every contract has a dollar amount to be paid and a scope of work to be provided.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2026
Montgomery had a three-run double and two hits Friday, while Murakami was 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of have

Verb

Some of these moments involve Ned’s imperfect yet still undeniably loving rapport with his son.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
The building has existed as some version of a hotel or inn since the mid-1800s, but the iteration most locals knew and loved closed in 1999 and remained closed until 2023.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of love

Verb

If the Sox and Guardians finish with the same record, the Sox own the tiebreaker and would win the division title.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Pokémon card prices have surged 1,350% since 2020, according to an index compiled by Collectors, which owns card grading agency Professional Sports Authenticator, CNBC previously reported.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of own

Verb

Meanwhile, players like tight end Mike Gesicki (five catches, 78 yards, one touchdown) and running back Chase Brown (56 rushing yards, 22 receiving yards, one touchdown) opened the season on a strong note.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Consensus is overrated Chang likes to argue — with friends, over food.

— Marnie Hunter, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of like

Verb

For all its trials and tribulations, Chicagoland retains enviable advantages vis-a-vis other metro areas, but its growth over more than a decade seriously lags many of those peer regions.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
Competitive compensation helps Broward recruit and retain the talented teachers and education professionals our children deserve.

— Roberto Fernandez III, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of retain

Verb

Maeve wakes up unhinged, manipulating her not-grandson Eddie (Anson Boon) and relishing a gunfight that leaves a hole in her husband’s chest like a typical partner might celebrate a birthday party.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2026
Anything which has depth in terms of story, treatment and performance, at the same time gives you something to relish, excites and challenges a filmmaker.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of relish

Verb

Nabutsilili, 45, said he was possessed by the rainmaking spirit as a 14-year-old boy when his legs mysteriously developed wounds.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
Guzman was also charged with possessing a device for using, injecting or ingesting drugs, according to the complaint.

— Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

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