Definitions

1. noun

pleasure or satisfaction, especially of a sensual or erotic nature; intense enjoyment.

“The French philosopher’s concept of jouissance highlighted the complexities of human desire.”

2. noun

the experience of being completely absorbed in an activity or experience.

“The musician found her jouissance in playing the piano, losing all sense of time and space.”

3. verb

to experience or express intense pleasure or enjoyment.

“She jouissanceed through the entire concert, dancing in the aisle.”