pleasance

noun

Definition of pleasancenext
as in joy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasance
  1. joy
  2. amusement
  3. glee
  4. bliss
  5. felicity
  6. gratification
  7. enjoyment
  8. pleasure
Noun
  • Watch the video above to see two kids light up at their new fluffy bundle of joy!
    Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Dolled Up Trend Welcome to the dollhouse, where exaggerated proportions play up your childlike sense of wonder and joy.
    Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of joy
Noun
  • While this event has become a source of amusement over time, the circumstances leading to the war and the reasons for its failure highlight the remarkable biology and resilience of these birds and offer insight into human-wildlife conflict.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • A great deal of amusement is on the carpet for those who pass the Christmas in a particular way; and the usual opportunity is given those who pass it as a holy, instead of a holiday.
    Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of amusement
Noun
  • For about an hour one recent afternoon, solo adult visitors reacted with childlike glee, snapping selfies in front of the massive bones.
    Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The stories take some joy in showing how wicked these people are but even more glee in turning them into bloody messes by the end.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of glee
Noun
  • Later home felt everywhere, radiant waters, thistles, greenest hilltops dotted with sheep, masses of tulips and geese, wandering William’s intricate paths, pausing at every turn, life stretching ahead, mountains of bliss and searing sorrow for years to come.
    Jennifer Harlan, New York Times, 13 Dec. 2024
  • And that's a bliss, especially when the children are still young.
    Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of bliss
Noun
  • So: Is any of this so very different from the absurd, grab-bag felicity of director King's Paddington 2, where we were enchanted watching a teddy bear sing and dance in prison?
    Tom Gliatto, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023
  • However, Juneteenth maintains a resolve to protect Black family, freedom, and felicity.
    Danielle Broadway, Parents, 18 Nov. 2023
Definition of felicity
Noun
  • From the perspective of today’s consumer, instant gratification is no longer a differentiator.
    Stephen Bohanon, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The earthy colors speak to cultural drivers such as consumers choosing to savor experiences slowly over instant gratification and placing greater value on products like food and drinks.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of gratification
Noun
  • Congressional statutes outlaw conspiracies to intimidate people in the enjoyment of their federal rights.
    The Editors, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
  • These delicious caps should induce euphoria and relaxation and are also sure to elicit tremendous enjoyment with their 100% Belgian Chocolate formulation and light blueberry flavoring.
    Lydia Kariuki, The Mercury News, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of enjoyment
Noun
  • And perhaps that’s what makes this message from Dr. Daniel Crosby so compelling— these three words matter so much within the context of our personal and financial growth because these aren’t just three nice ideas that give us a momentary sense of pleasure.
    Tim Maurer, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
  • It’s been a pleasure being a part of Vanderpump Rules and filling your TV screens with our lives over the past decade.
    Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of pleasure
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