as in deliciously
in a pleasing way
an enjoyably goofy comedy
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Recent Examples of enjoyably
Rachel Sennott enjoyably cameos as a version of herself who’s a Charli frenemy.
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
To that end, here’s a selection of the best (and most enjoyably bad) literary film and TV coming to streaming services this month.
—Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
In the modern landscape, there could be something enjoyably cathartic about letting a chat bot be the big bad our hero has to take down.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Newton is underused but enjoyably game, and Zahn emerges as a surprise scene-stealer.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
While Atom is trying to manipulate Hermit into becoming the eyeball monster’s new human host, Joe first hides in a cage — in one of the episode’s most enjoyably scary scenes — before Wendy comes to her brother’s rescue, using her machine-controlling superpowers to stop Atom cold.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
Spearheaded by the costume designer Missy Mickens, the film, which is also Rachael’s feature debut, showcases Brooklyn fashion enjoyably.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
Brian Truitt, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026
To that end, here’s a selection of the best (and most enjoyably bad) literary film and TV coming to streaming services this month.
—Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
In the modern landscape, there could be something enjoyably cathartic about letting a chat bot be the big bad our hero has to take down.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Jan. 2026
Newton is underused but enjoyably game, and Zahn emerges as a surprise scene-stealer.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 23 Dec. 2025
While Atom is trying to manipulate Hermit into becoming the eyeball monster’s new human host, Joe first hides in a cage — in one of the episode’s most enjoyably scary scenes — before Wendy comes to her brother’s rescue, using her machine-controlling superpowers to stop Atom cold.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
Spearheaded by the costume designer Missy Mickens, the film, which is also Rachael’s feature debut, showcases Brooklyn fashion enjoyably.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enjoyably
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Every room is understated and done in grays, white marbles, and earth tones—plus splashes of blue representing Lake Michigan—and comes with one of four types of soaking tubs, all deliciously inviting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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As a rule, examining Polish posters of this ilk, and trying to guess which films are being publicized, is a deliciously difficult sport.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
16 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Brunch is especially worth planning for, and the cocktail selection complements the menu nicely.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The exterior has a delicate, crisp shell that contrasts nicely with the gorgeously fluffy, gooey interior.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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For a delightfully wacky and wild pick, try Luca Guadagnino’s Suspiria, a loose remake of Dario Argento’s 1977 Italian horror film of the same name.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Of course, there are classic cocktails, and draft and bottled beers, along with upscale non-alcoholic cocktails and delightfully tart lemonade drinks.—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
20 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The last one is difficult, considering Miami isn’t a great-shooting team.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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The retailer makes some of the best elevated basics out there—think great-fitting T-shirts, comfortable pants, and chic accessories that don’t feel trendy or disposable.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The National Weather Service Sacramento expects cold overnight temperatures early Saturday as well.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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The galaxies that are so familiar and ubiquitous in our Universe today will die, at least in a sense, as well.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Farina is a finely ground wheat product made from the endosperm of the wheat kernel, which is primarily composed of starch.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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The crunch of the pecans and the bacon are the sound of the perfect dish, but the broccoli will also contribute to this delight—fresh and finely chopped, this vegetable brings a light flavor and a beautiful texture to the dish.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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About 50 miles outside of Manhattan and abutting the pleasantly low-key Rockrimmon Country Club, the epic 270-acre Stamford spread spans 18 tax parcels that straddle the border between New York and Connecticut with about 95 acres in the Constitution State and 173 acres in the Empire State.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2026
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And following reports last week showing inflation and unemployment declining again, these borrowers may be pleasantly surprised at how low their current mortgage interest rate offers are now.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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At least there’s Huppert in gloriously aloof form, plus the overripe lusciousness of Martin Gschlacht’s cinematography; with an edible and/or a cocktail or three, that might be enough.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Feb. 2026
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In the absence of freestyle ski and snowboard action in Livigno, the only live Olympic sport ongoing right now is men's ice hockey in gloriously sunny Milan.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Enjoyably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enjoyably. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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