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

This farmhouse boho bedding set features a delightful flowers and plants design, offering a lightweight and fluffy comforter perfect for all seasons. —Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2024

Get The Recipe 19 of 20 One-Pan Ranch Chicken And Vegetables The buttermilk tang from the ranch seasoning packet is what transforms plain chicken tenders into something delightful that the whole family will love. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 July 2024

The divas play warring monarchs in Disney Channel's delightful new Descendants installment. —EW.com, 12 July 2024

Read on for more, including a delightful guide to Northern California's coolest waterfalls. —Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA TODAY, 12 July 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