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 of delightful

• pleasant
• delicious
• enjoyable
• nice
• sweet
• pleasing
• satisfying
• good
• heavenly
• welcome

Examples of delightful in a Sentence

It has been delightful meeting you.

That was a delightful party.

Recent Examples on the Web

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne makes a delightful cameo as the fictional host Johnny Johnson, while producer Dan Nigro features in the video as well. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026

Our server was absolutely delightful — friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, specials, and drinks. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026

This marble coffee cake is a delightful swirl of chocolate and vanilla cakes packed with chocolate chips. — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 9 Oct. 2026

Executive Chef Carlos Segura collaborated with every other chef working in the resort to create a delightful tasting menu of all their favorite dishes from their grandmas growing up. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English deliteful, from delite delight entry 1 + -ful -ful entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for delightful

• insightful
• frightful
• rightful
• spiteful

Kids Definition

delightful

adjective

de·​light·​ful di-ˈlīt-fəl 

: highly pleasing : giving delight

delightfully

-fə-lē 

adverb

delightfulness noun