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pleasantry Synonyms

Another word for pleasantry

Choosing another word for pleasantry depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An inconsequential, polite remark made as part of a formal or casual conversation (usually used in the plural).

Usage Example

"After exchanging a few brief pleasantries about the weather, the negotiators turned their attention to the contract."

Strongest
civility
Strong
courtesy
politeness
small talk
chit-chat
amenity

• noun (Context 2)

A mild, playful joke or humorous remark, or the quality of being good-naturedly playful in conversation.

Usage Example

"He smiled at her gentle jest, realizing she was only teasing him about his punctuality."

Strongest
jest
Strong
witticism
quip
banter
raillery
badinage
sally
jocularity

Opposites of pleasantry

The opposite of pleasantry shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

insult
gravity
affront
solemnity
seriousness
slight
barb
See all opposites of pleasantry

• Nearby Words

pleasant
pleasantly
pleasantness
pleasantry
please
pleased
pleasedly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pleasantry. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pleasantry
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