enjoyment

noun

(countable) An activity that gives pleasure.

(uncountable) The condition of enjoying anything.

(uncountable) An enjoyable state of mind.

(law) The exercise of a legal right.

Roots

gaudiumjoy- · Latin · joy, delight

Synonyms for enjoyment

delectationn pleasuren delightn gratificationn amusementn joyn satisfactionn funn contentmentn pastimen mirthn

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Where does enjoyment come from?

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