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 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 One of the year’s most pleasurable shows. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026 In this pleasurable moment, remember that Victorian Bostonians found this park to be offensively bright. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pleasurable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable

Adjective

The garden's pond reflects the lovely surrounding scenery, and the harmonious beauty is enjoyable with every step and across the changing seasons.

— Hiroshige Yazawa Japan News, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026
Furniture stains and splotches are the last thing anyone wants to think about when curating the perfect domestic space, but there’s nothing remotely enjoyable about discolored blobs on furniture.

— Bridget Reed Morawski, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026

Definition of enjoyable

Adjective

It’s meant to be a fun exercise in preseason excitement-building … no need for hurt feelings.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Getting out on the water is one of the most fun parts of any camping trip, and there’s no better way to do it than with this inflatable stand-up paddleboard.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

Definition of fun

Adjective

Daunt’s pool area is entirely pleasant right now, but Leo and Home have big plans for it, including the addition of a yoga area and a massage tent.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Visual enhancements, such as a dark outline of the currently active interface element (think the search field in the Mail app), are a pleasant surprise.

— Edward Mendelson, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

The wonky physics can't be too wonky, because janky controls can go from amusing to annoying pretty quickly.

— Jason Bennett, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026
There’s also plenty of family time captured, including an amusing bye week trip to Manhattan — complete with a subway trip — to watch two of Emily’s brothers run the New York Marathon.

— John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2026

Definition of amusing

Adjective

Coffee is also grown on the estate, but tea tastings are particularly delightful, with black, green, oolong and white varieties to sample, some of which are served at Claridge’s.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 19 July 2026
Not only that, but the vibe in the lounge is quiet, with other guests reading or playing board games; evenings bring in a piano player in for delightful ambient music.

— Susan B. Barnes, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

The Five Star Weekend follows Jennifer Garner as Hollis Shaw, a famed cook and best-selling author known for her delicious recipes, impeccable taste, and warm demeanor, who suffers a devastating loss.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 17 July 2026
Trolly Stop in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, is a local legend known for its juicy and delicious hot dogs.

— Katie Riley, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Olmo’s deftness of touch to set up Porro for Spain’s second goal epitomised Spain’s cultured performance on the ball, but the fact that Spain’s performance was not always aesthetically pleasing will arguably please De la Fuente more.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 15 July 2026
The whole enterprise glows with friendly, pleasing daffiness.

— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 10 July 2026