delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl 
dē-
: highly pleasing
a delightful surprise
enjoyed a delightful brunch
delightfulness
noun
Examples of delightful in a Sentence
It has been delightful meeting you.
That was a delightful party.
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Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
Get out the punch bowl for a delightful fruity punch that’s perfect for an Easter brunch.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
Bird in Hand Bird in Hand is a delightful coffee shop meets bookstore with a monthly writers’ circle, poetry readings, and concert series.
—Gaby Iori
march 3, Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026
This morning, our soccer team published a delightful 100-question Q&A, covering everything from the rules of soccer to financial breakdowns for each country.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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