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

That transition has been an enjoyable one for Shane Robinson, who recently reflected on his new role with the Giants.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Libra September 23 – October 22 A relationship or creative project may need more honesty to stay enjoyable.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Definition of enjoyable

Adjective

The café-bar is a pleasant enough hangout with slate-gray walls punched with color, shelves of artsy souvenirs, and design magazines worth browsing, but the surrounding streets are stacked with great dining options.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Now diners can savor the nuances of masa from all over Mexico – Oaxaca, Tlaxcala, Yucatan, Campeche – either indoors or in the pleasant, outdoor parklet.

— John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 28 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

For more than 36 years, the MX-5 Miata has stood as a delightful contradiction in the automotive world.

— Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
It’s also especially suited for children, with one bedroom featuring bunk beds, a delightful rock-climbing wall, a play loft, and a surplus of toys.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 July 2026

Definition of delightful

Adjective

Among the highlights is a double-height living room with a fireplace, a seated bar, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors spilling out to an expansive deck sporting a covered entertaining area, plus a pool and spa.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
This year has seen trends in soft yards and party patios, along with outdoor entertaining trends that incorporate seamless indoor-outdoor spaces.

— Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of entertaining

Adjective

Start your day with a delicious coffee and a pastry—two things that locals take very seriously—at one of its many hip cafés (Hart Bakery is one of the best).

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
These cookies are not only delicious, but have a rich history, too.

— Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Attempting to be all things to all people is a recipe for feeling burnt out and resentful, and your best people-pleasing efforts could surely backfire.

— Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
In fact, these shrubs develop the most pleasing shape without any shearing or shaping.

— Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2026