pleasure (Meaning)

Wordnet

pleasure (n)

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

something or someone that provides a source of happiness

a formal expression

an activity that affords enjoyment

sexual gratification

Webster

pleasure (n.)

The gratification of the senses or of the mind; agreeable sensations or emotions; the excitement, relish, or happiness produced by the expectation or the enjoyment of something good, delightful, or satisfying; -- opposed to pain, sorrow, etc.

Amusement; sport; diversion; self-indulgence; frivolous or dissipating enjoyment; hence, sensual gratification; -- opposed to labor, service, duty, self-denial, etc.

What the will dictates or prefers as gratifying or satisfying; hence, will; choice; wish; purpose.

That which pleases; a favor; a gratification.

Webster

pleasure (v. t.)

To give or afford pleasure to; to please; to gratify.

Webster

pleasure (v. i.)

To take pleasure; to seek pursue pleasure; as, to go pleasuring.

pleasure Sentence Examples

  1. The pleasure of a warm bath relaxed her weary muscles.
  2. The sheer pleasure of his company made her heart soar.
  3. The pleasure of reading was a solace in his solitude.
  4. The pleasure of giving exceeded the pleasure of receiving.
  5. The pleasure of her company was a balm to his weary soul.
  6. She took pleasure in the simple things in life, like a warm cup of coffee.
  7. The pleasure of their friendship endured through the trials of time.
  8. He took great pleasure in teasing her, knowing it brought a smile to her face.
  9. The pleasure of her success filled him with pride.
  10. The pleasure of their embrace was one they would forever cherish.

FAQs About the word pleasure

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience, something or someone that provides a source of happiness, a formal expression

content, delight, contentment, joy,enjoyment, happiness, satisfaction, delectation, joyfulness, gladness

unhappiness, discontent, sadness, dissatisfaction, dissatisfaction, woe, misery, anguish, unhappiness, anguish

The pleasure of a warm bath relaxed her weary muscles.

The sheer pleasure of his company made her heart soar.

The pleasure of reading was a solace in his solitude.

The pleasure of giving exceeded the pleasure of receiving.