pleaser

noun

pleas·​er ˈplē-zər How to pronounce pleaser (audio)
plural pleasers
: a person or thing that offers pleasure or satisfaction
A classic corner bar and restaurant that's been updated, Dino's serves a pleaser of a brunch while it weaves the business' Italian heritage into the menu.—Carol Deptolla
—often used in combination
Cerith Wyn Evans's work looks impressive. His big, sprawling, humming white neons are real eye-pleasers.—Eddy Frankel
 see also crowd-pleaser, people pleaser

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La Bamba Biopics are generally crowd pleasers, and this 1987 classic about the late Ritchie Valens is a must-watch for young music fans. — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026 Crowd pleasers include a full display of the maison’s entire current collection, from the iconic Nautilus and Aquanaut models to the most technically complex grand complications. — Ming Liu, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026 Traditional Baltimore peach cake is quite an impressive dessert to bake and a true crowd pleaser. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 July 2026 The All-Alaskan Racing Pigs, a perennial crowd pleaser, will be held at Plaza Pacifica with 25% more seating capacity and broadcast on outdoor screens so guests can cheer on the piglets from the lawn. — Claire Wang, Oc Register, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pleaser

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pleaser was in the 15th century

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pleasedness
pleaser
please yourself
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“Pleaser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pleaser. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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