2
: having or characterized by pleasing manners, behavior, or appearance
pleasantly
adverb
pleasantness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of pleasant in a Sentence
the pleasant smell of cookies baking in the oven
We had a pleasant conversation.
Our evening together was pleasant but not very exciting.
I didn't know you were coming. What a pleasant surprise!
Their new teacher seems pleasant enough.
a very pleasant young man
Recent Examples on the Web
On Friday, the South Bay was expected to be the most pleasant, with highs expected in San Jose to reach 70 degrees.
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Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Drier air moves in, helping 60s feel more pleasant.
—A. Camden Walker, Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2024
While trips to the airport are rarely pleasant, this lightweight carryall tote makes the process as convenient as possible.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Whatever the case may be, hair loss is never a pleasant experience.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
Using all-natural ingredients and a pleasant rainforest scent, this dog shampoo will effectively neutralize odors and leave your furry friend feeling and smelling refreshed.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The flight attendants were pleasant and professional.
—Rachel Dube, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
In the wild, an ailing elk would likely be killed by predators, and that’s not exactly a pleasant way to go either.
—Krista Stevens, Longreads, 1 Apr. 2024
The atmosphere, too, was pleasant: tropical modern, with gloss-white plates and tan booths, a black stone bar, soaring stone accent wall, wood plank and ceramic floors below.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2024
Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Drier air moves in, helping 60s feel more pleasant.
—A. Camden Walker, Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2024
While trips to the airport are rarely pleasant, this lightweight carryall tote makes the process as convenient as possible.
—Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Whatever the case may be, hair loss is never a pleasant experience.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Apr. 2024
Using all-natural ingredients and a pleasant rainforest scent, this dog shampoo will effectively neutralize odors and leave your furry friend feeling and smelling refreshed.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The flight attendants were pleasant and professional.
—Rachel Dube, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
In the wild, an ailing elk would likely be killed by predators, and that’s not exactly a pleasant way to go either.
—Krista Stevens, Longreads, 1 Apr. 2024
The atmosphere, too, was pleasant: tropical modern, with gloss-white plates and tan booths, a black stone bar, soaring stone accent wall, wood plank and ceramic floors below.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Pleasant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pleasant. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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