GROOVES (ON) Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

grooves (on)

verb

present tense third-person singular of groove (on)

as in enjoys

to take pleasure in thrill-seekers who groove on skiing will love snowboarding

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There's no question that Barber took down a great caribou, and hopefully, enjoys the meat and a possible mount.

— David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Carney, who took office in March 2025, enjoys high approval ratings from Canadians.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of enjoys

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American Horror Story loves nothing more than making viewers squirm.

— Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2026
This faux fur blanket is a particular favorite in my household — my husband appreciates the mid-weight warmth and plush feel, and our pup loves curling up next to her dad on the soft bubbled surface.

— Vivien Lee, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of loves

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My mother savors her espresso slowly.

— Lucia Aronica, CNBC, 10 June 2026
In helming a tale of a lonely boy who savors friendship with a visitor from outer space, the American director drew on his own memories of childhood isolation.

— Will Gosner Britannica Editors June 8, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 June 2026

Definition of savors

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But above all else, Shelton relishes the opportunity to play tennis on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays — the business ends of tournaments, as they’re often called.

— Ava Wallace, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
As Buddy Crane, a buffoonish, overconfident opposing counsel who works in house for Acme, John Cena relishes his role just as much as Buddy relishes laughing at Kevin.

— Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

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