Synonyms for

Pleasant

Verb / ˈplezʌnt / Another word for pleasant — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment; friendly and likable

Synonyms & similar words

unpleasant enjoyable agreeable delightful nice pleasing satisfying gratifying charming attractive friendly amiable affable genial good-natured kindly benign cordial welcoming inviting comfortable

Synonyms by register

Formal

agreeable satisfactory congenial amiable

Informal

nice lovely good fine

Literary

balmy halcyon serene

Antonyms

unpleasant disagreeable nasty awful horrible foul offensive

Common collocations

  • pleasant surprise
  • pleasant evening
  • pleasant conversation
  • pleasant weather
  • pleasant aroma
  • pleasant experience
  • pleasant disposition

Word family

noun pleasantness
adverb pleasantly

Usage note

Pleasant generally describes something that is agreeable or enjoyable, often in a mild or moderate way. It is a versatile adjective with a positive connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The flowers smelled so pleasant.
  2. The weather was pleasant, and we went for a walk.
  3. The music was so pleasant that I couldn't stop dancing.
  4. The restaurant played pleasant background music.
  5. I had a very pleasant conversation with my friend.

Quotes

  • A pleasant smile is the sign of an open heart.
  • A pleasant voice is as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
  • The most pleasant things in the world are pleasant thoughts.

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