What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pleasureless
Example
The lecture was a pleasureless experience for the students. [pleasureless: adjective]
Example
She found the task to be quite pleasureless and unfulfilling. [pleasureless: adjective]
unpleasant
Example
The smell in the room was quite unpleasant. [unpleasant: adjective]
Example
He had an unpleasant encounter with his boss at work. [unpleasant: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unpleasant is more common and versatile than pleasureless in everyday language. Unpleasant can be used in various contexts and situations, while pleasureless is less common and more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pleasureless and unpleasant?
Both pleasureless and unpleasant are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
