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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Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
The lightweight gel-serum feels silky, cooling, and simply delightful to apply, with a softly blurred finish that helps minimize the appearance of pores.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 8 May 2026
The interiors, however, are a delightful surprise.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026
The Stewart garden is described as immaculate, well-tended, delightful and inviting.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for delightful
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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