Meaning & Definition of word "Enjoyment"
Enjoyment
/ɪnˈdʒɔɪ.mənt/
noun:
- 1. The state or process of taking pleasure in something.
- Example: Her enjoyment of music led her to learn how to play the piano.
- 2. A source of pleasure or joy.
- Example: The festival was an enjoyment for the entire community.
- 3. The act of enjoying or experiencing something with pleasure.
- Example: He found great enjoyment in hiking through the mountains.
- 4. The pleasure derived from activities, experiences, or possessions.
- Example: Reading books brought him much enjoyment throughout his life.
- 5. The condition of having the use or benefit of something.
- Example: She has the enjoyment of the beautiful garden in her backyard.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old French 'enjoier' (to give joy) + '-ment'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
take pleasure in:
To derive enjoyment from something.
enjoyment of life:
The experience of happiness and pleasure in one’s existence.
for your enjoyment:
Provided for the pleasure of the recipient.
Related Words
enjoy:
To take delight or pleasure in.
enjoyable:
Causing enjoyment; pleasant.
joy:
A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
Slang Meanings of enjoyment
Meaning: Good vibes
● Example Sentence: The party was full of good vibes; everyone was just about enjoyment.
Meaning: Fun times
● Example Sentence: We had some fun times at the beach, purely for our enjoyment.