1
as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the massage was extremely pleasant and relaxing
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
she has a reputation among the employees for being a demanding boss, but she's unexpectedly pleasant outside of work
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Recent Examples of pleasant
Medium- or fine-grind cornmeal makes pancakes with a pleasant grittiness, while buttermilk keeps the interiors light and tender.
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Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
So runs a typical sentence in Schattenfroh, as the bristlingly Latinate precariously appends two subordinate clauses, and leaves not so much a pleasant ring in the ear as a strenuous grinding of gears.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
High temperatures will be pleasant in the mid 70s by the afternoon.
—Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Taste While there are plain liquid iron supplements that aren’t pleasant-tasting, some palatable options exist, including orange and grape flavors to enhance their taste.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
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Ken Haedrich, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Feb. 2026
So runs a typical sentence in Schattenfroh, as the bristlingly Latinate precariously appends two subordinate clauses, and leaves not so much a pleasant ring in the ear as a strenuous grinding of gears.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
High temperatures will be pleasant in the mid 70s by the afternoon.
—Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Taste While there are plain liquid iron supplements that aren’t pleasant-tasting, some palatable options exist, including orange and grape flavors to enhance their taste.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pleasant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasant
Adjective
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And while a few are chasing specific bucket-list goals, many simply want to go somewhere enjoyable, do something engaging, and stay healthy.—
Kathy Boardman,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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The party was a most enjoyable dance, typical of the charming informal entertainments for which the club is noted.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Next on the line is a woman who is more gracious to Kendrick, but didn’t seem to get the memo that the East Coast-West Coast rivalry ended decades ago.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
6 Feb. 2026
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Just like the trains themselves, these glamorous culinary experiences are reminiscent of the golden era of travel, with gracious table-settings, intricate confections, and a leisurely, unhurried pace.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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But like all good soapy murders, a body—the maid of honor’s—soon (literally) washes up, plunging the entire wedding party into delightful whodunit mayhem.—
Stephanie Bai,
The Atlantic,
8 Feb. 2026
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Pay a little attention to the principles of balance and use the right stuff, however, and the Cosmopolitan becomes an absolutely delightful drink, juicy with citrus, bright with cranberry, surprisingly strong and impressively clean.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
7 Feb. 2026
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Attendees said D’Amaro came across as charming and he and Walden, who joined halfway through, had a nice rapport, with both looking happy and excited.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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Elizondo, who had a nice game all around, led the Eagles with 13 points including 2 threes.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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McLemore lent the bass vocals that were a crucial anchor to the group’s immensely pleasing, sophisticated, radio-friendly harmonies which have been credited with expanding the sounds of 1960s pop, soul and R&B.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2026
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The middle ground could be moving Powell for the type of Bucks-pleasing draft capital that Wiggins might not be able to fetch.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This crowd pleaser, invented by bartender Sam Ross in 2008, gets its charm from two different bittersweet Italian liqueurs, even though the resulting cocktail is neither particularly bitter nor sweet.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
7 Feb. 2026
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Mandarins Mandarins, including clementines and tangerines, are smaller, sweeter, and easier to peel than regular oranges.—
Zia Sherrell,
Health,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Expect a whimsical yet extensive drinks program here, including surprisingly delicious non-alcoholic cocktail concoctions.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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All of the flavors—Thousand Island dressing, Worcestershire sauce, spicy-brown mustard, hot sauce—come together in one delicious recipe.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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But the Palisades fire, which destroyed thousands of homes and left 12 people dead, showed things weren’t always amiable behind the scenes.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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O’Hara worked consistently across her 50-year career in both film and television, best known for playing beloved kooks and amiable wackos, though her range was boundless.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Pleasant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasant. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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