erfreuen

Definitions of erfreuen
  1. verb
    have benefit from
    synonyms: genießen
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    type of:
    anbringen, anfangen, anwenden, bedienen, benutzen, benützen, brauchen, einsetzen, gebrauchen, implementieren, nehmen, verwenden, verwerten, zeigen
    put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
  2. verb
    have for one's benefit
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    antonyms:
    durchleiden, erleiden
    undergo or be subjected to
    type of:
    durchleben, durchmachen, erleben
    go or live through
  3. verb
    derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
    synonyms: ergötzen
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    types:
    verschlingen
    enjoy avidly
  4. verb
    occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
    synonyms: erheitern
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    type of:
    unterhalten
    provide entertainment for
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