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Pleasant: Definition, Usage, and Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：agreeable (Pleasant)
Pleasant
/ˈplɛzənt/
adj.
Used to describe someone or something that makes you feel good and happy.
agreeable
➕
/əˈɡriːəbəl/
adj.
Describes a person or thing that gives a feeling of happiness, satisfaction, or friendliness.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Root: 'pleas-' (please, satisfy) + suffix '-ant' (inclined to). Means 'inclined to please'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of 'please' + 'ant': an ant that always says please, making it pleasant to be around.
📖 Example
On her first day, Lisa introduced the new colleague to everyone, and they were all pleasant and easy to talk to.
On her first day, Lisa introduced the new colleague to everyone, and they were all pleasant and easy to talk to.
🔗 Collocations
pleasant personality – a character that is nice and easy to get along with
pleasant smile – a smile that makes others feel comfortable and happy
pleasant demeanor – a way of behaving that is friendly and polite
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
unpleasant (adj.) – Not enjoyable or agreeable; causing discomfort.
disagreeable (adj.) – Unpleasant and difficult to get along with.
nasty (adj.) – Very unpleasant or unkind.
🌱 Derivatives
pleasantly (adv.) – In a pleasant manner.
pleasantness (n.) – The quality of being pleasant.
pleasantry (n.) – A polite or friendly remark.
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Old French 'plaisant', from Latin 'placere' meaning 'to please'. Entered English in the 13th century, originally used to describe pleasing people or weather.
Meaning 2：mild and comfortable (Pleasant)
Pleasant
/ˈplɛzənt/
adj.
Describes weather or a place that is comfortable and enjoyable.
mild and comfortable
➕
/maɪld ənd ˈkʌmfərtəbəl/
adj.
Describes weather or an environment that is mild, enjoyable, and free from harsh extremes.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
It was a pleasant spring afternoon, perfect for a walk in the park with my family.
It was a pleasant spring afternoon, perfect for a walk in the park with my family.
🔗 Collocations
pleasant weather – weather that is mild, sunny, and enjoyable
pleasant breeze – a gentle, cool wind that feels nice
pleasant surroundings – an environment that is attractive and comfortable
🔄 Synonyms
mild (adj.) – Not too hot, cold, or severe; pleasant.
enjoyable (adj.) – Giving pleasure or satisfaction.
comfortable (adj.) – Providing physical ease and relaxation.
🚫 Antonyms
unpleasant (adj.) – Not agreeable; causing discomfort or bad feelings.
harsh (adj.) – Extreme and unpleasant, like very hot or cold weather.
miserable (adj.) – Very unpleasant and causing unhappiness (often used for weather).
🌱 Derivatives
pleasantly (adv.) – In a way that is pleasant and agreeable.
pleasantness (n.) – The state or quality of being pleasant.
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