enjoy
/ɛnˈd͡ʒɔɪ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: enjoys · enjoying · enjoyed
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To receive pleasure or satisfaction from something.
Verb
Examples
Enjoy your holidays! I very much enjoy dancing.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To have the use or benefit of something.
Verb
Examples
I plan to go travelling while I still enjoy good health.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “enjoy” mean?
To receive pleasure or satisfaction from something.
Is “enjoy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.