delighted
adjective
de·light·ed
di-ˈlī-təd 
dē-
1
obsolete
: delightful
2
: highly pleased
was delighted to see her friend
delightedly
adverb
delightedness
noun
Examples of delighted in a Sentence
The children were especially delighted that there were enough cookies for each of them to have two.
We were delighted by the performance.
They are delighted at the prospect of a visit from their grandchildren.
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Design-lovers and couples looking for a romantic weekend out of the ordinary, however, will be delighted.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
While Creamsicle is clearly enjoying the company, the hens might be even more delighted — especially since their new rooster has quite the flair for showing off.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Swisher, meanwhile, was delighted to find out that his small act of kindness has now spread throughout the majors.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
Reuters/Maxim Shemetov Lightning's creators were delighted with the result.
—Simon Ellery, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
While Creamsicle is clearly enjoying the company, the hens might be even more delighted — especially since their new rooster has quite the flair for showing off.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Swisher, meanwhile, was delighted to find out that his small act of kindness has now spread throughout the majors.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2026
Reuters/Maxim Shemetov Lightning's creators were delighted with the result.
—Simon Ellery, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for delighted
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“Delighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delighted. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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