Synonyms for

Pleasantly

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

Definition

in a pleasing or enjoyable manner

Synonyms & similar words

agreeably cheerily unpleasantly sunnily disagreeably enjoyably nicely agreeably delightfully enjoyably graciously charmingly attractively invitingly cordially warmly sweetly pleasingly comfortably satisfactorily contentedly happily joyfully merrily cheerfully lightheartedly

Synonyms by register

Formal

agreeably delightfully charmingly satisfactorily

Informal

nicely sweetly genuinely really

Literary

winsomely gratefully felicitously

Antonyms

unpleasantly disagreeably unpleasurable uncomfortably awkwardly gratingly

Common collocations

  • pleasantly surprised
  • pleasantly warm
  • pleasantly cool
  • pleasantly situated
  • pleasantly plump
  • pleasantly scented
  • pleasantly quiet

Word family

noun pleasantness
adjective pleasant
adverb pleasantly

Usage note

Often used to describe a positive sensory experience or a mild degree of satisfaction. It is generally a positive and mild adverb.

Example sentences

  1. He spoke pleasantly to his teacher.
  2. She smelled the flowers pleasantly.
  3. The music sounded pleasantly in her ears.
  4. They walked pleasantly through the park.
  5. The cake tasted pleasantly sweet.

Quotes

  • Life is pleasant. Death is peaceful. It's the transition that's troublesome. - Isaac Asimov
  • A good laugh is sunshine in the house. - William Makepeace Thackeray
  • The best things in life are unexpected - because there were no expectations. - Eli Khamarov

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