as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
I was feeling rather chuffed with myself, having competed in a cricket tournament with some of England's best
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Recent Examples of chuffed
Gingie is a proper passion project for Lockwood, who was chuffed about the focal point of the open-concept kitchen.
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Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
At one point, Jordan is visibly chuffed as those around him start shouting his name.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
The dog was probably chuffed to see so many people cheering.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 19 Feb. 2026
Both partners looked very chuffed.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
A number of restaurants in Great Britain and Ireland must be feeling pretty chuffed today.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2024
For most of the past eight weeks, city officials have had reason to feel chuffed, with no new cases involving local transmission (and usually only a handful at most every day elsewhere in China).
—The Economist, 20 June 2020
All were chuffed to participate.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
But over in Milan, fans were pretty chuffed about Icardi's departure.
—SI.com, 2 Sep. 2019
Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
At one point, Jordan is visibly chuffed as those around him start shouting his name.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
The dog was probably chuffed to see so many people cheering.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 19 Feb. 2026
Both partners looked very chuffed.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
A number of restaurants in Great Britain and Ireland must be feeling pretty chuffed today.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2024
For most of the past eight weeks, city officials have had reason to feel chuffed, with no new cases involving local transmission (and usually only a handful at most every day elsewhere in China).
—The Economist, 20 June 2020
All were chuffed to participate.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
But over in Milan, fans were pretty chuffed about Icardi's departure.
—SI.com, 2 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chuffed
Adjective
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Design-lovers and couples looking for a romantic weekend out of the ordinary, however, will be delighted.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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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
Adjective
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Customers are pleased with this version, according to Pisciotti.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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That trio meant a lot to TCU, but Dykes was pleased with how a new crop of leaders emerged organically as spring camp progressed.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Jaia Peabody is glad to be a part of the mission.—
Courtney Cole,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Zdenka Majercak, Emma Everitt, Samantha Walsh and Isabella Lisenko led the defense in front of Yerkes, who Oak Forest coach Mike DaLuga is sure glad to have in the net.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson have three generations of family to be thankful for.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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Carbery hopes that Ovechkin will add to his lofty goal total in 2026-27, but regardless, the coach is thankful to have been associated with The Great 8.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Alaves are happy to chase their opponents up the pitch, Mallorca are more comfortable sitting back, while Sevilla have adopted a direct approach since Luis Garcia Plaza took over in March.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are happy to greet the public at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in Sydney on April 17.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Paintings are tagged at $10,000 to $20,000, drawings at $2,000, and by midday Thursday the gallery had sold a painting and some drawings, and was satisfied.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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These spring appetizer recipes feature the most colorful and juiciest fruits and vegetables of the bunch, as well as a lighter flavor profile to keep you and your party guests satisfied (but not too full) until the second course.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Chuffed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chuffed. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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