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persistent pleasure

[/pərˈsɪstənt ˈplɛʒər/]
noun phrasefemininepl: persistent pleasures / prazeres persistentes
prazer persistente
1. A continuous or enduring sense of enjoyment, satisfaction, or delight that lasts over time
Reading books provided her with persistent pleasure throughout her life.
A leitura de livros lhe proporcionava um prazer persistente ao longo de sua vida.
2. Lasting satisfaction derived from a particular activity or pursuit
Gardening offered him persistent pleasure and a sense of accomplishment.
A jardinagem lhe oferecia um prazer persistente e uma sensação de realização.
Synonyms
lasting satisfactionenduring enjoymentsustained delightcontinuous contentmentprolonged happiness
Antonyms
fleeting pleasuremomentary joytransient satisfactiontemporary happinessbrief enjoyment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prazer persistente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
prazer duradouro
Common alternative emphasizing duration
Portugal
prazer contínuo
European Portuguese preference for 'contínuo'

Related Idioms & Phrases

a labor of love
the gift that keeps on giving
fonte de alegria constante
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