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pleasantry

The word “pleasantry” has 3 syllables: pleas-an-try

It's pronounced as /ˈplɛz.ən.tri/

What is synonym and antonym for pleasantry?

In the thesaurus, “pleasantry” has 97 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for pleasantry along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for pleasantry

Antonyms for pleasantry

  • criticism
  • seriousness

Meanings of pleasantry

  • noun
    1. A casual, courteous remark.
    2. A playful remark; a jest.
    3. Anything that promotes pleasure or merriment.

Example Sentences

  • He greeted her with a warm pleasantry before starting the meeting.
  • The two strangers exchanged a brief pleasantry at the coffee shop.
  • Her cheerful pleasantry lightened the mood in the otherwise tense room.
  • Despite their argument, he managed to offer a small pleasantry as he left.
  • The host began the evening with a humorous pleasantry to make the guests feel comfortable.

On this page you'll find 99 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to pleasantry, such as: addresses, amenity, antic, attention, badinage, banter, boff.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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