pleasing
|pleas/ing|
B2
/ˈpliːzɪŋ/
(please)
to satisfy or delight
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pleasing' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'plesing', where 'ples-' meant 'to please'.
Historical Evolution
'plesing' transformed into the modern English word 'pleasing'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to give pleasure', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
giving pleasure or satisfaction.
The painting has a pleasing color palette.
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