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enjoy

[en-joi] / ɛnˈdʒɔɪ /
VERB
take pleasure in, from something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appreciate like love relish revel in savor
STRONG
adore dig fancy go mind
WEAK
be entertained be fond of be pleased delight in dote on drink in eat up flip over freak out on get a charge out of get a kick out of get high on have a ball have a good time have fun live a little live it up luxuriate in paint the town rejoice in take joy in thrill to
Antonyms
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dislike hate
WEAK
detest lack need want
VERB
have the benefit or use of
Synonyms
STRONGEST
boast experience have hold maintain own retain use
STRONG
command occupy possess process
WEAK
be blessed be favored reap the benefits
Antonyms
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desert lack let go lose need release
WEAK
detest dislike hate want

Example Sentences

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Spring has officially sprung here on the East Coast, meaning it’s almost time for one vegetable — or, rather, berry — to enjoy its peak season.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

In theory, AI should let individuals enjoy some of the benefits of teams, such as access to a range of scientific knowledge and the ability to combine different ideas in new ways.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Rohl was able to enjoy his side scoring four goals for the second game in a row at Ibrox, with some influential performances in attack.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

She and González had cranked the air conditioner way up, filling the hall with cool air, and she took a moment to enjoy it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

“Well, Ida,” she said, “there are different times for different things. I’ll let you know when it’s time for each thing. Why don’t you just relax and enjoy the day.”

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.