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 Just as the first drag of a cigarette hits better than the pulls that follow it, there’s a real chance that a lie down on a 2000T will never be as pleasurable as the first time. — Jaklin Romine oct. 15, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 There isn’t enough research yet to pair specific activities and symptoms, so experts recommend aiming for exercises that are pleasurable, manageable, and sustainable. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Ultron is the Oscar to Vision’s Felix, and their odd-couple bickering is the one truly pleasurable aspect of VisionQuest — Spader can do this kind of side-of-the-mouth snark in his sleep, and Bettany solidly lobs back the screwballs he gets served. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026 As a more scientific understanding of germ theory took hold, the impetus became less medicinal, more practical, then pleasurable. — Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pleasurable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasurable

Adjective

In This Article There are occasions that call for heirloom china and sparkling crystal, but a truly gracious host knows that the most enjoyable gatherings aren’t necessarily the ones with the finest things, but rather, a relaxed environment.

— Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026
Season four is the most enjoyable The Gilded Age has ever been, but wringing every ounce of pleasure out of the experience requires a willingness to approach this show with the right mind-set.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of enjoyable

Adjective

Quicksteps, unfortunately, aren’t known for being emotional, but they are known for being fast and fun, and this one hits those marks.

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2026
Shop and Eat Your Way Through Christkindlmarket Held in Daley Plaza downtown, Wrigleyville, and suburban Aurora, Chicago’s spin on an outdoor German-style Christkindlmarket is nearly always mobbed—but so fun.

— Allison Yates, Midwest Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of fun

Adjective

Afternoons should be mild and mostly sunny, with lower humidity making outdoor plans more pleasant.

— Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026
As Los Angeles became more crowded and less pleasant a place to live, the high-handedness of Southern California developers and officialdom occasionally got those hands slapped.

— Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Even at their most disturbing, scenes describing carnage tend to be colorful and amusing.

— Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
The most amusing part was a script, set to reinstall QQMusic and Ximalaya—two Chinese-market media subscription apps—plus an app store if they were ever found missing.

— Adam Ismail, The Drive, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of amusing

Adjective

This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
Refrigerated tortellini is one of the fastest ways to turn plain broth into a satiating, delicious meal.

— Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of delicious

Adjective

Paired with a convincing lead turn by Best, as well as moving work from Gourrier and especially Joseph, the earnest series overcomes its stock biopic structure to linger with viewers in a manner more pleasing than disbelieving.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2026
The Morris Marina-like door handles open with a pleasing mechanical action.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 4 Nov. 2026