Definition

In a way that gives pleasure or satisfaction.

Example

The garden was arranged pleasingly, making it a joy to walk through.

Conversation

I tried that new café downtown yesterday.

Oh, how was it?

The coffee was pleasingly strong, and the pastries were fresh.

That sounds great! I need to check it out soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pleasingly → It is formed from "pleasing" (from Old French *plaisant*, meaning agreeable or enjoyable) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "pleasingly" means in a manner that is agreeable or enjoyable.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'agreeable' or 'enjoyable' ('pleasing') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that pleasingly means to do something in an enjoyable way.

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