pleasures
Sources of joy
Pleasures is the plural of pleasure—things that bring enjoyment or satisfaction.
Simple pleasures are modest sources of happiness: the simple pleasures of a good meal and conversation.
Guilty pleasures are enjoyments you feel slightly ashamed of: Reality TV is my guilty pleasure.
The verb means to give pleasure to, often in sexual contexts: She pleasured herself.
Pursuit of refined pleasures
- sybaritismPursuit of luxury
- decadenceMoral decline through excess
- carnalityPursuit of bodily pleasures
- libertinismUnrestrained indulgence in pleasure
debauchery · self-indulgence · sensualism · voluptuousness · bacchanalia · dissipation · profligacy · intemperance
State of fulfilled desires
- fulfillmentState of achieved purpose
- happinessJoyful emotional state
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
- peaceFreedom from disturbance
joy · tranquility · ease · comfort · harmony · well-being · repose · equanimity
Snacks given as rewards
- dessertsFinal meal courses
- chocolateSweet from cacao seeds
- feastingEating sumptuously together
- gourmetConnoisseur of fine cuisine
pampering · self-care · spoiling · splurge · decadence · truffles · champagne · massage
Gives intense pleasure
- enjoymentsSources of pleasure
- sensationsConscious physical experiences
- tastesSenses flavor or preferences
- aromasAgreeable distinctive odors
textures · sounds · sights · touches · flavors · fragrances · warmth · softness
Refreshment through leisure
- hobbiesLeisure activities for pleasure
- pastimesRecreational leisure activities
- entertainmentAgreeable diversion of attention
- gamesOrganized competitive activities
sports · vacation · travel · reading · gardening · fishing · crafts · music
Showy, abundant prosperity
- extravaganceExcessive, wasteful spending
- lavishnessExcessive richness or abundance
- eleganceRefined, graceful quality
- fineryElegant, showy clothing
refinement · sumptuous · yacht · villa · jewelry · silk · velvet · first-class
epicureanism
Pursuit of refined pleasures
- sybaritismPursuit of luxury
- decadenceMoral decline through excess
- carnalityPursuit of bodily pleasures
libertinism · debauchery · self-indulgence · sensualism · voluptuousness · bacchanalia · dissipation · profligacy · intemperance · licentiousness
satisfaction
State of fulfilled desires
- fulfillmentState of achieved purpose
- happinessJoyful emotional state
- serenityUndisturbed mental quietude
peace · joy · tranquility · ease · comfort · harmony · well-being · repose · equanimity · cheerfulness
treats
Snacks given as rewards
gourmet · pampering · self-care · spoiling · splurge · decadence · truffles · champagne · massage · spa
delights
Gives intense pleasure
- enjoymentsSources of pleasure
- sensationsConscious physical experiences
- tastesSenses flavor or preferences
aromas · textures · sounds · sights · touches · flavors · fragrances · warmth · softness · sweetness
recreation
Refreshment through leisure
- hobbiesLeisure activities for pleasure
- pastimesRecreational leisure activities
- entertainmentAgreeable diversion of attention
games · sports · vacation · travel · reading · gardening · fishing · crafts · music · dancing
opulence
Showy, abundant prosperity
- extravaganceExcessive, wasteful spending
- lavishnessExcessive richness or abundance
- eleganceRefined, graceful quality
finery · refinement · sumptuous · yacht · villa · jewelry · silk · velvet · first-class · exclusive
pleasurespains
Hurts or great care
sufferings · agonies · torments · miseries · distresses
pleasuresduties
Required tasks or charges
obligations · burdens · responsibilities · chores · tasks
pleasurespains
Hurts or great care
displeases · dismays · distresses · troubles · upsets
- my pleasureGracious response to gratitude
- guilty pleasureEnjoyment tinged with shame
- with pleasureWilling and eager agreement
- mixes business with pleasureCombines work and recreation
- pleasure and pain
- take pleasureExperience enjoyment