antipleasure
/ˌæntiˈplɛʒər/
noun
- A feeling or state of being opposed to or lacking pleasure; the opposite of pleasure.
- For some, the antipleasure of early mornings outweighs any benefits.
- She described the long, cold hike as pure antipleasure.
- The strict diet brought him more antipleasure than enjoyment.
Synonyms
adjective
- Opposed to or rejecting pleasure; deliberately avoiding enjoyment.
- She adopted an antipleasure lifestyle, giving up sweets and hobbies.
- The antipleasure philosophy of the group discouraged any form of entertainment.
- His antipleasure attitude made him refuse all invitations to parties.