1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
she looked pleased with the gift
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2
as in satisfied
feeling that one's needs or desires have been met
a sleepy, pleased cat
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as in thrilled
to give satisfaction to
fresh flowers please me greatly
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as in wanted
to see fit
clearly, you are going to do as you please no matter what I advise
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Recent Examples of pleased
Literary Hub, 5 Mar. 2026
Though Jawscritters notes there is likely still some room for improvement in the design, the aquarium caretaker seems pleased with Moses’s newfound mobility.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
While the skirmish was going on, Tre White had to be held back by KU assistant Tony Bland, and White did not seem pleased as the two exchanged some words.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
But Dorsey-Hollins said Wednesday that she’d been pleased with the direction Molinar was taking the district.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Long lines didn’t form during the afternoon rush hour, but precinct leaders like Shannon Hunter were pleased with the turnout.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Senate Republican leader Stephen Harding of Brookfield was pleased with the line-item vetoes.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 3 Mar. 2026
The Blackhawks have been pleased with his first three games back.
—Scott Powers, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
The coach was pleased to see Udeh being assertive from the opening whistle.
—Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Shawn Chen, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The new, and more expensive, XDR model goes a bit further with mini-LED backlighting, better contrasting and dimming zones, and an improved 120Hz refresh rate (the standard edition is capped at 60Hz) — an update Apple gamers and HDR lovers should be pleased by.
—Shawn Chen, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Even Irving Langmuir joined in on the praise of his associate, which no doubt pleased her immensely.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
That message has pleased some on the right, who have praised Paramount over its decision to buy The Free Press, cut ties with Stephen Colbert, and bring back one of the president’s favorite film franchises.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Tongues tested, palates finally pleased, the adventurers decided that this was as good a place to stop as any.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 20 Feb. 2026
That pleased Republicans who had called for his resignation.
—Dana Ferguson, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
Kennedy’s concern with productivity would have pleased Charles Davenport, a powerful leader of 20th-century American eugenics.
—Sarah Digregorio, Vanity Fair, 16 Jan. 2026
The attendance figure was one of the few numbers that pleased Cal coach Mark Madsen.
—Jeff Faraudo, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
For the tenth year in a row, Literary Hub is pleased to announce the opening of the , which awards $1,000 to an American woman, aged 30 or younger, to acknowledge an outstanding book collection.
—Literary Hub, 5 Mar. 2026
Though Jawscritters notes there is likely still some room for improvement in the design, the aquarium caretaker seems pleased with Moses’s newfound mobility.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
While the skirmish was going on, Tre White had to be held back by KU assistant Tony Bland, and White did not seem pleased as the two exchanged some words.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
But Dorsey-Hollins said Wednesday that she’d been pleased with the direction Molinar was taking the district.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Long lines didn’t form during the afternoon rush hour, but precinct leaders like Shannon Hunter were pleased with the turnout.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Mar. 2026
Senate Republican leader Stephen Harding of Brookfield was pleased with the line-item vetoes.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 3 Mar. 2026
The Blackhawks have been pleased with his first three games back.
—Scott Powers, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
The coach was pleased to see Udeh being assertive from the opening whistle.
—Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
The new, and more expensive, XDR model goes a bit further with mini-LED backlighting, better contrasting and dimming zones, and an improved 120Hz refresh rate (the standard edition is capped at 60Hz) — an update Apple gamers and HDR lovers should be pleased by.
—Shawn Chen, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The new, and more expensive, XDR model goes a bit further with mini-LED backlighting, better contrasting and dimming zones, and an improved 120Hz refresh rate (the standard edition is capped at 60Hz) — an update Apple gamers and HDR lovers should be pleased by.
—Shawn Chen, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Even Irving Langmuir joined in on the praise of his associate, which no doubt pleased her immensely.
—Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Scientific American, 26 Feb. 2026
That message has pleased some on the right, who have praised Paramount over its decision to buy The Free Press, cut ties with Stephen Colbert, and bring back one of the president’s favorite film franchises.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Tongues tested, palates finally pleased, the adventurers decided that this was as good a place to stop as any.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 20 Feb. 2026
That pleased Republicans who had called for his resignation.
—Dana Ferguson, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
Kennedy’s concern with productivity would have pleased Charles Davenport, a powerful leader of 20th-century American eugenics.
—Sarah Digregorio, Vanity Fair, 16 Jan. 2026
The attendance figure was one of the few numbers that pleased Cal coach Mark Madsen.
—Jeff Faraudo, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleased
Adjective
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This salad is simple yet contains a showstopping crispiness that will leave your guests delighted and satisfied.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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Perfecting the method to this easy version will keep your breakfast table full of delighted guests.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The legislation included a detailed governance structure that satisfied lenders’ by giving the borrower, the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, control over decision making for three years after the deal closed.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Originally from the western province of Matanzas, Ventura is not satisfied with her life in Miami.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The alleged abuse began when Romain was 14 years old and thrilled to be the only freshman member of the school’s varsity water polo team, the suit states.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Gobert was among the most thrilled when news spread of Anderson’s return.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Carolyn, by all accounts, wanted something simple that wouldn’t look dated or feature much adornment.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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His parents wanted to make sure that he and his older brother would never get sucked into such slaughter.—
Jack Dolan,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Be glad that you are fully employed, because the healthiest situation for you would be to make other living arrangements.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Brenden Aaronson would have been glad of a first assist in 12 appearances, too.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But Messi and his team went back to South Florida happy.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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Expect a happy pop in your finances.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Reheat slices at 325°F for 10 to 15 minutes or until warmed through.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Simmer until the lentils are warmed through and the sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For those who have long wished to see the brutally repressive regime of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei gone, there is hope.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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But a big part of me watched the six episodes sent to critics and wished Lawrence and Tarses had brought in Ashley Nicole Black to shepherd and run the series.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Pleased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleased. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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