pleasantly
word
Definition
In a way that is enjoyable, pleasing, or gives a good feeling.
Usage & Nuances
'Pleasantly' is an adverb, often used before adjectives ('pleasantly surprised') or with verbs ('smile pleasantly'). It conveys a positive, gentle feeling, not extreme excitement. Common collocations: 'pleasantly warm', 'pleasantly surprised', 'pleasantly scented'. Avoid overuse in formal writing.
Spanish: agradablementePortuguese (BR): agradavelmentePortuguese (PT): agradavelmenteChinese (Simplified): 愉快地Chinese (Traditional): 愉快地Hindi: सुखद रूप सेArabic: بِسُرُورٍBengali: আরামদায়ভাবে - আনন্দময়ভাবেRussian: приятноJapanese: 心地よく - 快くVietnamese: một cách dễ chịu - một cách thú vịKorean: 기분 좋게 - 유쾌하게Turkish: hoş bir şekilde - keyifli bir biçimdeUrdu: خوشگوار طریقے سے - خوشی سےIndonesian: dengan menyenangkan - dengan nyaman
Example Sentences
I was pleasantly surprised by how friendly everyone was.
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The walk through the park was pleasantly peaceful.
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That movie was pleasantly funny, not too silly.
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The room was pleasantly warm.
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She was pleasantly surprised by the gift.
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He smiled pleasantly at everyone.
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