1
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delightful rendition of our favorite song
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2
as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
we had a delightful time at the party
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Recent Examples of delightful
So add delightful micro-interactions such as a friendly animation when a task is completed or a cheerful message after a signup to help build memory and create emotional stickiness.
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Phil Portman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Bits of smoky skin, crisp from hours on the pit, are chopped right in, adding a delightful crunch to each tender, smoky bite.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Admittedly, there are a few delightful chuckles along the way.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
That O’Connor steals the movie out from under Craig’s delightful bluster is accomplishment enough.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
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Phil Portman, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Bits of smoky skin, crisp from hours on the pit, are chopped right in, adding a delightful crunch to each tender, smoky bite.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
Admittedly, there are a few delightful chuckles along the way.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
That O’Connor steals the movie out from under Craig’s delightful bluster is accomplishment enough.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
Adjective
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The exterior design is understated and pleasant.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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The dog-friendly outdoor space practically beckons visitors to grab a glass and a seat to while away a pleasant weekend afternoon.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As a first-grade teacher, Gina Range is often privy to some of the most audacious and amusing comments from her class of 6- and 7-year-olds.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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The result is a minimalist, and amusing, website, with models who move around, sit on handmade chairs, fiddle with their hair, and play around with the clothes.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This will exceed your expectations because something so humble really isn't meant to be this delicious.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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The bright vegetal bite of a good blanco is delicious and helps match the robust character of the maraschino liqueur.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Zero computer intervention is fun, without a doubt, but also a little nerve-racking when small drifts of gravel dot the road and undulations in the asphalt can cause momentary losses in traction.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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This sweater dress is fun to wear and perfect for strolling (and snapping a quick selfie) in cool, crisp autumn weather.—
Robin Raven,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This bike is meant to move, whether to speed through a commute, push an exercise ride a bit farther, or tackle that one hill that ruins your otherwise enjoyable route.—
Kevin Purdy,
ArsTechnica,
20 Sep. 2025
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Striving to be a hub for a high quality, affordable, and enjoyable vaping, the shop expanded into the CBD market in 2019 and is now focused on being a shop for all vapers.—
Shawn Price,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These aren't nice-to-haves anymore.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The futon mattress is comfortable and has a nice weight distribution thanks to the pocket springs wrapped in polyester fiber.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This delicious, sweet bread, filled with raisins and shaped into a charming ring, makes for an excellent breakfast or snack.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
22 Sep. 2025
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Dot's Place, owned by Rebecca Kaufmann and her husband, William, supplies multiple coffee shops across Nashville with homemade cookies, zucchini bread and lemon bars, as well as other sweet treats.—
Molly Davis,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But even among those who favor vehicle qualities other than speed-means-everything, the Lucid possesses a pleasing level of confidence.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
21 Sep. 2025
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One or two parts may frustrate younger builders but the end result is very aesthetically pleasing, and there are very few stickers to use.—
Alexander Cox,
Space.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 24 Sep. 2025.
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