PLEASURABLE Synonyms: 205 Similar and Opposite Words

pleasurable

adjective

ˈplezh-rə-bəl

Definition of pleasurable

as in enjoyable

giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a pleasurable hot bath after a tiring day

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as in fun

providing amusement or enjoyment a number of pleasurable additions to the state fair this year

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Recent Examples of pleasurable This heightens attraction and makes relationships, artistic pursuits and pleasurable experiences powerful motivators. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026 Yet burnout is associated with emotional exhaustion, cynicism, reduced motivation, sleep problems, and decreased enjoyment of previously pleasurable activities. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 Embossed business cards, account ledgers, bins of bolts at the hardware store—all are pleasurable physical artifacts that have been more or less outmoded by technology. — Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 17 June 2026 Each feeling of restricted skin was a pleasurable reminder of my safety. — Literary Hub, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pleasurable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable

Adjective

This is what makes this sport so tough to predict and so enjoyable to watch transpire over six months and 162 games.

— Jayson Stark, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
While Cape Breton is reachable by both air and car, the most enjoyable way to start your cool Northeast summer getaway is by high-speed ferry from Bar Harbor, Maine, onboard THE CAT to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.

— Josh Roberts, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of enjoyable

Adjective

Do not leave the important detail implied because the tone feels pleasant today.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Adding to the pleasure of a visit here is the location, the walk to Home Park from the station being one of the more pleasant, through the city’s Central Park.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Nutty and sweet coconut shrimp is a delightful way to enjoy shellfish.

— Kate Williams, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
The 20-year-old’s delightful run to set up Switzerland’s opening goal against Algeria at the World Cup, on their way to a last-32 win, was a highlights-reel moment, as was his brace against Bosnia & Herzegovina.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

Art fairs, collectors’ homes, artists’ studios, galas… The film is a welcoming and entertaining dive amongst the 1% and explores the complicated relationship between artists and commerce.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
As part of our month-long Fall Reset, today's focus is all about Halloween and fall entertaining.

— Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of entertaining

Adjective

If Virgo was rising on the horizon at your time of birth, your money sector is ruled by lovable Venus, and occupied by the aesthetically pleasing sign of Libra.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
The play of both lines was pleasing to Harbaugh, who praised the performances of young defensive linemen TeRah Edwards and Jacobian Guillory.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026