Definitions

please

[pleez] / pliz /

VERB

delight, make happy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amuse charm cheer entertain gratify satisfy tickle wow

STRONG

content enchant gladden grab humor indulge kill overjoy score suit titillate

WEAK

fill the bill go over big hit the spot make the grade sweep off feet tickle pink turn on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

anger annoy bore disappoint dissuade frustrate offend tire upset

STRONG

disenchant displease repulse

WEAK

be unwilling deny depress disturb refuse worry

VERB

will, elect to do

Synonyms

STRONGEST

like want wish

STRONG

choose command demand desire opt prefer

WEAK

be inclined see fit

Antonyms

STRONGEST

despise dislike hate

WEAK

anger annoy be unwilling deny depress displease disturb refuse upset worry

Example Sentences

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"So I would ask, please, that if you attended the event, you contact us urgently so we can build up a picture of the event itself and what has led to this man's death."

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

And, while it would be easier for you to slip this mortal coil and leave your assets in the hands of your sons to do with that money as they please, it’s your money.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Can we please get someone in there like that again?

From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026

“Mary, please appreciate that so many children thrive and grow very strong on raw milk,” he wrote.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

“Will the Spirit please to move the table to those on the opposite side?” he asked.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

please

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