pleasantry (Meaning)
pleasantry (n)
an agreeable or amusing remark
pleasantry (n.)
That which denotes or promotes pleasure or good humor; cheerfulness; gayety; merriment; especially, an agreeable playfulness in conversation; a jocose or humorous remark; badinage.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pleasantry
pleasantry Sentence Examples
- The pleasantry of the host made the guests feel welcome and at ease.
- Despite the awkward situation, he maintained a polite pleasantry throughout.
- The unexpected pleasantry from the stranger lifted his spirits instantly.
- Her pleasantry belied the storm of emotions she was feeling within.
- They exchanged brief pleasantries, unwilling to delve into deeper conversation.
- The meeting commenced with the usual pleasantries and formalities.
- The boss's pleasantry was a thinly veiled attempt to hide his dissatisfaction.
- The children flocked to the visitor, eager to exchange pleasantries and show their hospitality.
- The pleasantry of the evening was broken by the sudden eruption of an argument.
- She greeted him with a forced pleasantry, her smile lacking its usual warmth.
FAQs About the word pleasantry
an agreeable or amusing remarkThat which denotes or promotes pleasure or good humor; cheerfulness; gayety; merriment; especially, an agreeable playfulness in co
gesture, courtesy, civility, formality, manners, greetings, rules, attention,politeness, ceremony
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The pleasantry of the host made the guests feel welcome and at ease.
Despite the awkward situation, he maintained a polite pleasantry throughout.
The unexpected pleasantry from the stranger lifted his spirits instantly.
Her pleasantry belied the storm of emotions she was feeling within.
