pleasurable

adjective

ˈplezh-rə-bəl How to pronounce pleasurable (audio)
Definition of pleasurablenext
1
as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a pleasurable hot bath after a tiring day

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2
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 The experience was especially pleasurable since Perkins was nothing like his homicidal onscreen persona. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 16 July 2026 Jackson continued to say that the idea for the film originated from Jude’s pleasurable experience working on The Order. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 7 July 2026 This heightens attraction and makes relationships, artistic pursuits and pleasurable experiences powerful motivators. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 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
  1. enjoyable
  2. fun
  3. pleasant
  4. amusing
  5. delightful
  6. entertaining
  7. delicious
  8. pleasing
Adjective
  • The experience was surprisingly enjoyable, giving me an easy way to discover new music by tapping into live radio.
    — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Not every enjoyable moment needs to prove its long-term potential.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • The cruise features an early stop at Norwegian’s private island in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay, which just opened its new water park, making for a fun day in the sun.
    — Megan duBois, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Happy birthday to this wonderful, kind, loving, caring, fun, funny, wise young man!
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of fun
Adjective
  • Dry and pleasant conditions are forecast to continue into Monday with no mentionable rain chances along with seasonable afternoon temperatures anticipated.
    — Felix Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Thanks to the coffered and baffled wood ceilings, noise levels are buffered and kept to a pleasant rumble.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • Affleck had a particularly amusing — and maybe slightly awkward — anecdote to share when asked about seeking directorial advice from the British Oscar winner.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
  • That might have been an amusing legal omission when the question was theoretical.
    — Jonathan Flora OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of amusing
Adjective
  • So many laugh-out-loud lines, wonderfully absurd and specific character details, and an all-too-brief but delightful Brunson as a choreographer with frosted tips.
    — Rima Parikh, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Sure, the dine-in ambiance has been sacrificed; but the menu here is as delightful and exquisite as ever.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Sign up for The Week's Free Newsletters Join more than 350,000 subscribers and keep yourself informed with a selection of The Week’s most interesting, enlightening and entertaining stories - plus daily puzzles.
    — Irenie Forshaw, TheWeek, 30 Sep. 2026
  • This deeply entertaining and emotional film never skirts the scientific process, but instead fully embraces it at every turn.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of entertaining
Adjective
  • The lively spot is known for its colorful cocktails, packed calendar of weekly events and specials, and consistently delicious Mexican fare.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
  • For dinner, go back into town for Feast and Floret's delicious Italian small plates and impeccable vibes—or head to Wm.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • This Amazon Kindle Paperwhite kids eReader sports a bright 7-inch display that makes all of your ebooks pleasing to look at it.
    — George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • While not exactly aesthetically pleasing to look at, white mold is safe for your plants.
    — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasing

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“Pleasurable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasurable. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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