delectations

noun

plural of delectation
as in joys
a source of great satisfaction tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time

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  1. joys
  2. treats
  3. delights
Noun
  • Below, Charlie gives us the lowdown on the filming process behind Tony—the hardest locations to find, the best memories from shooting the film, and the joys of making friends on the job.
    — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • My goal is to help students rediscover the joys of food and the social and cultural richness of eating with other people.
    — Miranda Roberts, The Conversation, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of joys
Noun
  • Those who order a Pokémon dozen will receive their treats in special-edition packaging featuring the five iconic characters.
    — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
  • New this year, Amazon will have a Reese’s Pumpkin Bowl, which features 110 snack-size treats in a reusable pumpkin container.
    — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of treats
Noun
  • To make room for seasonal culinary delights, Casey loves hanging floral arrangements above the dining space.
    — Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Here again, in this slim book, the narrative unfolds in fragments, every sentence drawing you deeper into the delights of language.
    — Amitava Kumar, New Yorker, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of delights
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“Delectations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectations. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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