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
Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Some customers rave about the customer service and are pleased with payout amounts after filing claims.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
The girls left the room pleased.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Daryl Hannah may not be pleased with her portrayal on Ryan Murphy's Love Story, but the actress playing her tried to get on her good side before the show's release.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Many United States officials were none too pleased with recent Israeli military strikes on Iranian oil facilities.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 9 Mar. 2026
Not every Venezuelan attendee was pleased with the event.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
But the city has been pleased with the program so far — and residents will be sad to say goodbye.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
After missing more than two weeks because of an illness, the 30-year-old big man was pleased just to be back on the floor, and following his 9-point, five rebound, five assist performance in 23 minutes, Porziņģis displayed the same countenance.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 8 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
The Kremlin will also be pleased the US has used huge numbers of munitions, notably advanced missiles that Ukraine badly needed.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Some customers rave about the customer service and are pleased with payout amounts after filing claims.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
The girls left the room pleased.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Daryl Hannah may not be pleased with her portrayal on Ryan Murphy's Love Story, but the actress playing her tried to get on her good side before the show's release.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Many United States officials were none too pleased with recent Israeli military strikes on Iranian oil facilities.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 9 Mar. 2026
Not every Venezuelan attendee was pleased with the event.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
But the city has been pleased with the program so far — and residents will be sad to say goodbye.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Mar. 2026
After missing more than two weeks because of an illness, the 30-year-old big man was pleased just to be back on the floor, and following his 9-point, five rebound, five assist performance in 23 minutes, Porziņģis displayed the same countenance.
—Nick Friedell, New York Times, 8 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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According to a series of popular posts on the store’s r/ALDI subreddit, the brand’s beloved Specialty Selected Croissant Toast is now back in stores—and customers are delighted.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2026
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Leonard, who has played with several talented point guards during a Hall-of-Fame-caliber career, is delighted to have a young playmaker, someone who can feed him the ball, play with pace and create catch-and-shoot opportunities.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
10 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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Everyone is friendly and happy to provide information about the property and the surrounding area of Tulum.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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Suleyman, who is an honor guard commander and commander of the American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association, is happy veterans are appreciated more in light of the 250th celebration.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the refried beans, TVP and chili powder, stirring occasionally until warmed through.—
Kelly McCarthy,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Stir in bell pepper and salt; cook, stirring constantly, until coated and warmed through, about 1 minute.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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His client also wished to spare his family from a trial.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Royal breakup Netflix wished Meghan Markle all the best with her lifestyle brand after the streaming giant and the Duchess of Sussex decided to end their partnership.—
Tricia Escobedo,
CNN Money,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Pleased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleased. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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