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 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 Spoken words, brisk rhythms, and the pleasurable frictions of dissonance all remained frothy and intact. — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pleasurable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable

Adjective

Unlike isolated gym exercises, soccer naturally integrates these elements in a dynamic and enjoyable environment.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
Starting fit significantly reduces injury risk and makes the whole trip more enjoyable.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026

Definition of enjoyable

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

Ritter, three separate times, called out the Legacy Lounge — which might not have been amusing to those who paid $225 for what was a free concert to everyone else.

— Sophie Lindberg July 11, Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026
Christopher Nolan discussed the writing process for his upcoming epic The Odyssey during a new interview with BBC News, and shared an amusing anecdote about his son being unimpressed with the filmmaker’s various accolades.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026

Definition of amusing

Adjective

Small in size but big on personality, Little Spirit remains one of Atlanta’s most consistently delightful neighborhood cocktail bars.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Sidny Lopes Cabral’s delightful curling strike was one of the great World Cup moments and the image of him in the crowd right after was poignant.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

There are many other delicious places to dine in San Luis Obispo.

— Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
The majority of ingredients in the food and beverage program at Wildflower are sourced directly from the property’s on-site farm, so every creative item on the menu is extremely fresh and delicious.

— Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026