enjoyable
[ɛnˈdʒɔɪ.jə.bəl]
Something is enjoyable if it gives you pleasure or makes you happy.
When we say something is enjoyable, we usually mean that people find it fun to do or experience. For example, going to the beach on a sunny day can be enjoyable for many people because they love swimming and playing in the water. Watching a favorite movie or reading an exciting book can also be enjoyable because it distracts us from our daily worries and gives us something to look forward to. Even everyday activities like having a home-cooked meal with family or friends, or going for a walk on a beautiful evening, can be considered enjoyable if they bring happiness into our lives.
How common is "enjoyable"?
Word enjoyable is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Pleasant, capable of giving pleasure.
Example: That was an enjoyable day; I had a lot of fun.
Real examples of "enjoyable" in context
