Pleasure/ˈpleʒər/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Positive Emotion Use 'pleasure' to express feelings of joy often with a cause like an event or action. It was a pleasure to see her winning. Pro Tip 2/3Personal Enjoyment 'Pleasure' can refer to personal tastes or activities that one enjoys, not necessarily shared by others. Cycling is my greatest pleasure. Pro Tip 3/3Polite Response In formal English, 'pleasure' can be a polite response to thanks or an introduction. 'Thank you for your help.' 'It's been a pleasure.'