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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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
Learning is pleasurable for me.
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
To be clear, Roach has described the glossy, pleasurable film as more of a reimagining than a remake, given that screenwriter Tony McNamara drew less from the beloved 1989 screen version, The War of the Roses, than from Warren Adler’s source novel of the same name.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
This meant that this other sensation of desire to receive the pleasurable stimulation — think of it as a fish wish — may be governed by a different chemical like dopamine.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 25 Aug. 2025
Consequently, a person’s reward center in the brain releases dopamine during a pleasurable experience or a state of hyperarousal.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2025
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025
To be clear, Roach has described the glossy, pleasurable film as more of a reimagining than a remake, given that screenwriter Tony McNamara drew less from the beloved 1989 screen version, The War of the Roses, than from Warren Adler’s source novel of the same name.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2025
This meant that this other sensation of desire to receive the pleasurable stimulation — think of it as a fish wish — may be governed by a different chemical like dopamine.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 25 Aug. 2025
Consequently, a person’s reward center in the brain releases dopamine during a pleasurable experience or a state of hyperarousal.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable
Adjective
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The day after his victory, Gurgel’s wife called Kerr and invited him over for lunch, and although Kerr worried he might get jumped, instead the two fighters had an enjoyable meal and chat.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Upgrading to a fresh board, especially wood, makes prep safer and much more enjoyable.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Starting rents are $1,300–$1,900 and include extras like furniture, babysitting, dog walking, and fun amenities—far below typical Miami prices.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
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Ludilo 100-Piece Bat Wall Decal Stickers From walls to windows, doors, tables, mirrors, and more, these best-selling bat stickers help transform every inch of your space into frightfully fun Halloween decor.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Customer service was easy and pleasant.—
Kristi Kellogg,
Architectural Digest,
5 Oct. 2025
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Stierli is particularly concerned with the situation at Great Falls, where trails and picturesque cliffsides along the Potomac River attract many visitors, especially with this weekend’s pleasant weather.—
Brian Todd,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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The latter character ushers in a stiff but amusing Mark Cuban cameo.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
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Fleury gave a typically amusing answer when asked about the chants of one more year.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The nocturnal creature, known for its elusive nature, was a delightful surprise for the conservationists monitoring the area.—
Real-Time News team,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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As a guest of the 7-key property, you’re encouraged to attend happy hour on the porch, a delightful time of day when the homemade sangria flows freely.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Not surprisingly, the results were mixed - although the rougher singing moments were just as entertaining as the better ones.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Who made allowing goals every bit as entertaining as stopping them?—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The world is full of delicious Negroni variations, but few and far between are the ones that work as harmoniously as this.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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Meaty, creamy and simply delicious!—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The listing says the 4×4 has previously spent time finished in black and camouflage, but is currently sporting a pleasing coat of silver and rides on a matching set of eight-lug 17-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpio BK tires.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
29 Sep. 2025
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The picture looks pleasing in a dim room and holds shadow detail in darker scenes, so movies don’t turn into mush.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Pleasurable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasurable. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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