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 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

Keegan had reestablished City not just as a good team, but a team who played entertaining football with maverick players, precisely what the fans had wanted for so long.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The brand focuses on clean-label ingredients, using real juice and skipping artificial flavors, with a bright, citrusy profile aimed at mocktails and entertaining.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 22, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Definition of entertaining

Adjective

With delicious options for chicken, steak, seafood, pork, and veggies, these versatile grilling recipes are great for family dinners or easy entertaining.

— Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
The Sacramento Bee went on a search on behalf of the vegan/vegetarian fair goer and found delicious meals for anyone to enjoy.

— Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado July 25, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Founder Rachel Baker, inspired by her beauty industry background, creates products that are aesthetically pleasing and discreet, designed to be displayed openly rather than hidden away.

— Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
The dog-friendly property is an aesthetically pleasing and very relaxed place to stay, with bright, airy interiors, fire pits, an oceanfront lawn, heated pool, hot tubs and more.

— Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 22 July 2026