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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 result is a Pynchonian reduction simmered to delectation.
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Jack Denton, Vulture, 6 Oct. 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
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
Jack Denton, Vulture, 6 Oct. 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
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectation
Noun
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Waking up to the dawn chorus of birds—one of the natural world’s greatest symphonies—is a joy like no other.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Oct. 2025
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With themes of resilience, victory, and joy as a healing balm, Joy in the Belly of a Riot is a beautiful manifestation of how poetry has the power to heal and help one overcome pain.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
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To this day, the cooing and mutter of pigeons can lull me into a space of deep enjoyment.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Oct. 2025
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The autobiographical, meta element can also be part of the enjoyment of your films.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The most responsible way to communicate the delight is to share a few details but leapfrog over their place in the plot and head straight to the mighty conceit that connects them.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
15 Oct. 2025
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The roughly 200-mile stretch through northern Wisconsin is a particular delight, venturing from massive waterfalls (Copper Falls State Park and Pattison State Park) to countless lakes and the pine tunnels of Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Chasing status, wealth, or others’ approval with your money almost always undermines independence and contentment.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Oct. 2025
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In an interview with Classic Bands, Dreja expressed contentment for his career overall.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sunday marked Acutis' first feast day.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Oct. 2025
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The whole book offers a feast for both the heart and the stomach.—
Karen Ostergren,
The Atlantic,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This means that in the haunted house, these thrill seekers experience more pleasure and less stress.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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Its pleasures are so vast and surprising.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Below, the cast shares a few tricks and treats from the movie, including a few romantic moments, who can't contain their laughter, and more.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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Smoothies are a delicious treat that's creamy, cold and full of flavor.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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In recent polling by the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research, satisfaction with Abbas hovers at fifteen per cent, and demand for his resignation is overwhelming.—
Mohammed R. Mhawish,
New Yorker,
14 Oct. 2025
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All the same, there’s a grim satisfaction in seeing exactly how the corruption sets in.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Delectation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectation. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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