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Definition pleasure in British English

pleasure noun

noun
/ˈpleʒə(r)/

▪ enormous, great, immense, intense, real, sheer

▪ bring, derive, find, get, give, take

Example

He smiled with pleasure when she walked in.

Example

I get a lot of pleasure from travelling.

Example

His books have given enormous pleasure to many people.

Example

She gets great pleasure from her garden.

Synonyms and related words
pleasure excitement enthusiasm happiness pleasure joy
1.1

something that makes you feel happy and satisfied

Example

In his later years, he found music to be one of the greatest pleasures in life.

Example

After the operation she was able to enjoy simple pleasures such as a walk in the park.

Synonyms and related words
activity amusement binge
2

the activity of relaxing and enjoying yourself rather than working

Example

I never have time to read for pleasure.

Example

The customs official asked him if he was travelling for business or pleasure.

Synonyms and related words
a (good) laugh amusement a (real) hoot
Definition pleasure in British English