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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
a musical concert was presented for the delectation of the guests
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Recent Examples of delectation
The movie wastes no time delivering the gory goods, which are served up for our delectation like the killings in a slasher movie.
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Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Apr. 2026
In their country homes, the canvases are mere backdrops to a lifeworld, among many collections of animal likenesses that are never primarily presented as sources of visual delectation.
—Tom McDonough, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2025
The result is a Pynchonian reduction simmered to delectation.
—Jack Denton, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
Beatmakers and sound design whizzes were summoned at ungodly hours to conjure nightmares of party music for their employer’s curatorial delectation.
—Pitchfork, 30 Sep. 2025
More than fifty years ago, any semi-sentient being could recognize the dangers of forcing minors to work gruelling hours performing emotions for the delectation of large and unseen audiences, long before their brains had finished developing.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2025
Shelly still loves the glitz (as does the film’s director, Gia Coppola, who lingers on it all with real delectation), reminiscing about her glory days in cabaret.
—Rhonda Garelick, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
—Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Apr. 2026
In their country homes, the canvases are mere backdrops to a lifeworld, among many collections of animal likenesses that are never primarily presented as sources of visual delectation.
—Tom McDonough, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2025
The result is a Pynchonian reduction simmered to delectation.
—Jack Denton, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
Beatmakers and sound design whizzes were summoned at ungodly hours to conjure nightmares of party music for their employer’s curatorial delectation.
—Pitchfork, 30 Sep. 2025
More than fifty years ago, any semi-sentient being could recognize the dangers of forcing minors to work gruelling hours performing emotions for the delectation of large and unseen audiences, long before their brains had finished developing.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 10 Apr. 2025
Shelly still loves the glitz (as does the film’s director, Gia Coppola, who lingers on it all with real delectation), reminiscing about her glory days in cabaret.
—Rhonda Garelick, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
—Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectation
Noun
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Through this deceptively simple framework, Hiraide delivers a poetic and poignant meditation on the passage of time, the meaning of work and love, and the surprise of finding joy in life’s ephemeral details.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Call it artistic expression, or maybe just a Knicks fan too busy jumping for joy to cut the outtakes.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
Noun
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To preserve the enjoyment factor, experts encourage admin daters to celebrate themselves and each other.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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In order to be able to tap into that requires a level of joy and a spirit of enjoyment.—
Rachel Chang,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Noun
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This strange delight of a novel could easily be the next Gypsy.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The singer-actor who’s the face of Creme of Nature haircare company was spotted in two neighborhoods to the delight of her fans.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Never mind hygge—this hotel takes Danish comfort and contentment to new heights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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In a world that constantly demands more output, chiropractic offers a disciplined return to function that reminds us that removing interference rather than adding complexity allows contentment to enter our lives.—
Sherry McAllister,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The city is also home to the country’s oldest and biggest Chinatown, for decades the setting of prodigious dumpling and noodle feasts.—
Becky Duffett,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Wildly popular religious processions, pilgrimages and feasts continue to be held in most Spanish regions.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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Interview With the Vampire was already one of the most balls-to-the-wall, out-there shows on TV, and The Vampire Lestat requires full attention and both sides of your brain to reap the most pleasure.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
7 June 2026
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Because vomiting is in some ways the greatest offense to gustatory pleasure.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
7 June 2026
Noun
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The service The hotel offers 24/7 hour service– including tasty treats for room service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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For those who do decide to try the dirty soda trend, Palinski-Wade recommends choosing a small size, using a diet soda base and limiting it to a rare treat.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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Build a predictable referral engine using ChatGPT by first checking in with happy customers to ensure satisfaction and open the door for requests.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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The Breadwinner is aiming to recapture the satisfaction of going to see a three-out-of-five-star movie, offering decent laughs in an inoffensive package.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
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“Delectation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectation. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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