What does pleasantry mean?
Definitions for pleasantry
ˈplɛz ən tripleas·ant·ry
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Princeton's WordNet
pleasantrynoun
an agreeable or amusing remark
"they exchange pleasantries"
Wiktionary
pleasantrynoun
A casual, courteous remark
pleasantrynoun
A playful remark; a jest
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Pleasantrynoun
Etymology: plaisanterie, Fr.
The harshness of reasoning is not a little softened and smoothed by the infusions of mirth and pleasantry. Addison.
Such kinds of pleasantry are disingenuous in criticism, the greatest masters appear serious and instructive. Addison.
The grave abound in pleasantries, the dull in repartees and points of wit. Joseph Addison, Spectator, №. 487.
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pleasantry
A pleasantry is a polite, casual or friendly remark or social gesture, typically made in casual conversation or to create a light-hearted or pleasant atmosphere. It often involves simple, friendly statements, compliments, or casual jokes.
Webster Dictionary
Pleasantrynoun
that which denotes or promotes pleasure or good humor; cheerfulness; gayety; merriment; especially, an agreeable playfulness in conversation; a jocose or humorous remark; badinage
Etymology: [F. plaisanterie. See Pleasant.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of pleasantry in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of pleasantry in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
Examples of pleasantry in a Sentence
Grossness is not difficult to define: it is obtrusive and objectionable pleasantry.
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