What does pleasantly mean?
Pleasantly means In a pleasant manner; so as to achieve a pleasant result..
Pleasantly
/ˈplɛzəntli/ · adverb
Meaning
In a pleasant manner; so as to achieve a pleasant result..
Definitions by Sense
- In a pleasant manner; so as to achieve a pleasant result.
- (degree) Lightly
- (obsolete) Ludicrously; facetiously.
Example Sentences
He smiled pleasantly at passersby.
They were pleasantly surprised at the result.
In workhouses, pleasantly so named, because work cannot be done in them.
Mr Venus, reminded of the duties of hospitality, produced some rum. In answer to the inquiry, 'Will you mix it, Mr Wegg?' that gentleman pleasantly rejoined, 'I think not, sir. On so auspicious an occasion, I prefer to take it in the form of a Gum-Tickler.'
Synonyms for pleasantly
Antonyms for pleasantly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more pleasantly
- most pleasantly
- pleasauntlie
- plesantlie
- pleasauntly
- plesantly
- plesauntly
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pleasantly?
Common synonyms include agreeably, cheerily, enjoyably, sunnily.
What is the opposite of pleasantly?
Possible antonyms include dun, unpleasantly, disagreeably.
How do you use pleasantly in a sentence?
He smiled pleasantly at passersby.
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