(pleas-ant-ries) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a casual remark intended to compliment or otherwise please another esp. in a social situation of no great importance.

Example Sentence

They exchanged pleasantries before starting the debate.

Synonyms

amenity; compliment; please

Antonyms

insult

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Rhymes

  • pleasantries