delightful

adjective

de·​light·​ful di-ˈlīt-fəl 

dē-

: highly pleasing

a delightful surprise

enjoyed a delightful brunch

delightfully

di-ˈlīt-fə-lē 

dē-

adverb

delightfulness noun

Synonyms

• agreeable
• blessed
• blest
• congenial
• darling
• delectable
• delicious
• delightsome
• dreamy
• dulcet
• enjoyable
• felicitous
• good
• grateful
• gratifying
• heavenly
• jolly
• luscious
• nice
• palatable
• pleasant
• pleasing
• pleasurable
• pretty
• satisfying
• savory
• savoury
• sweet
• tasty
• welcome

Examples of delightful in a Sentence

It has been delightful meeting you.

That was a delightful party.

Recent Examples on the Web

But every once in a while a mixup like that can lead to a delightful interaction, as the Lonely Island recently recounted on their podcast. —Christian Holub, EW.com, 27 Oct. 2024

For those seeking a more casual yet equally delightful meal, Edmond’s terrace serves light bistro specialties, there's also the all against a breathtaking backdrop of the mountains. —Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024

The delightful elocution of their dry-as-martini witticisms (dialect coach Nancy Carlin) adds to the joys of this period piece. —Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024

From a young age, your baby will love listening to the unique sounds that the Hape Stay-Put Rattles make when shaken and exploring the various textures and images throughout this delightful sensory book. —Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see delight entry 2

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

delightful

adjective

de·​light·​ful di-ˈlīt-fəl 

: highly pleasing : giving delight

delightfully

-fə-lē 

adverb

delightfulness noun