To enjoy
Example: He enjoys spending time with his family
Definition
"To enjoy" means to take delight or pleasure in an activity, experience, or situation. It involves feeling happiness or satisfaction from something, as in the example phrase 'He enjoys spending time with his family,' where the person finds joy in that activity.
Etymology
The verb "to enjoy" comes from the Old French word 'enjoir,' meaning 'to give joy to.' This itself derives from the Latin 'gaudēre,' which means 'to rejoice.' Over time, "to enjoy" evolved to express experiencing happiness or pleasure from something. Did you know? The word's roots link directly to the feeling of joy, making its meaning quite literal.
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"To enjoy" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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