enjoyableness
|en-joy-a-ble-ness|
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/ɪnˈdʒɔɪəblnəs/
(enjoyable)
providing pleasure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'enjoyable' originates from the Old French word 'enjoier', where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'joie' meant 'joy'.
Historical Evolution
'enjoier' transformed into the Middle English word 'enjoyen', and eventually became the modern English word 'enjoyable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give joy or pleasure', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of giving joy or pleasure'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being enjoyable or pleasant.
The enjoyableness of the movie made it a hit among audiences.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 09:51