enjoyment

[ en-joi-muhnt ]

noun

1. the act of enjoying.
2. the possession, use, or occupancy of anything with satisfaction or pleasure:

   to have the enjoyment of a large income.

   Synonyms: gratification, delight

3. a particular form or source of pleasure:

   Hunting is his greatest enjoyment.

4. Law. the exercise of a right:

   the enjoyment of an estate.

enjoyment

/ ɪnˈdʒɔɪmənt /

noun

1. the act or condition of receiving pleasure from something
2. the use or possession of something that is satisfying or beneficial
3. something that provides joy or satisfaction
4. the possession or exercise of a legal right

Other Words From

• preen·joyment noun
• reen·joyment noun
• self-en·joyment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of enjoyment¹

First recorded in 1545–55; enjoy + -ment

Synonym Study

See pleasure.

Example Sentences

I quickly discovered I was pretty good at it, which kind of ignited my enjoyment and satisfaction I gained through cooking.

From Salon

There will be a lot more sitting — and not as much enjoyment — in Kershaw’s immediate future.

From Los Angeles Times

Dedicated to helping families vacation without compromising either parents’ or children’s experiences, every element of the resort is carefully curated for family enjoyment.

From Salon

On the flip side, some members of One Direction have gone on to have great success and great enjoyment in the lives.

From BBC

Some of the top reasons adults said they bought toys were for socialization, enjoyment and collecting.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• amusement
• fun
• gratification
• happiness
• indulgence
• joy
• luxury
• pleasure
• recreation
• relaxation
• satisfaction
• thrill