delight 1 of 2

noun

di-ˈlīt How to pronounce delight (audio)
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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction the opportunity for travel was one of the major delights of the couple's golden years

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as in entertainment
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment with his great sense of humor and bubbly personality, he is a delight to be around

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as in pleasure
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met we were filled with delight at the sight of everyone in the family together at last for the holidays

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delight

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verb

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as in to joy
to feel or express joy or triumph I delighted at the sight of my old schoolyard tormentor standing behind the fast-food counter, asking customers if they wanted fries

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as in to please
to give satisfaction to the news that you had won the Pulitzer delighted us beyond words

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Recent Examples of delight
Noun
The delight of Nicely-Nicely Johnson’s revival-meeting song lies in how readily a Jewish gambler takes up the language of evangelical Christianity. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 Tovah Feldshuh also remains a delight as Noah’s mother, Bina, whose effortless Jewishness, fierce maternal love and sharp wit make her one of the show’s most entertaining characters. — Yael Buechler, Sun Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026
Verb
In work that would delight any Star Wars fan, scientists have now created an antenna from a plasma beam. — New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026 Those would prove to be the final points the Jayhawks’ offense produced in a 35-24 loss to the Wildcats, a result that delighted the K-State faithful who had booed Edwards during the contest. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for delight
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delight
  1. joy
  2. entertainment
  3. pleasure
  4. triumph
  5. please
  6. fun
  7. contentment
  8. satisfy
Noun
  • Through lush orchestral arrangements, Estrada sang about finding joy after heartbreak and loss — and made her fans feel a little less alone during bleak times.
    — Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Our patients’ joy was matched by the doctors, nurses and healthcare personnel that day, many of whom were in costume.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026
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  • It is set to be part of a larger entertainment district that will also include the new $350 million Talanta Stadium being constructed for AFCON.
    — Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Magazine’s Innovator Awards recognize groundbreaking talents from a range of disciplines, including fashion, art, literature, entertainment, architecture, design, technology, music, philanthropy, cuisine and more.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of entertainment
Noun
  • That instinct to preserve some special purchases in spite of pressure from higher prices reflects a kind of little treat economy, when consumers splurge on smaller pleasures even if they’re squeezed by costs.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The afternoons are great for small pleasures but not at all suitable for a potentially deciding championship game in a billion-dollar sports league.
    — Candace Buckner, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasure
Verb
  • Lula erased much of Bolsonaro’s gains by winning in the Northeast and also triumphed in the North, the region that includes the Amazon rainforest.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Bethune has also triumphed through injuries throughout her career.
    — PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of triumph
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  • But all that warm, crowd-pleasing material is incongruously, fascinatingly, and not so comfortably fitted inside a story about great loss.
    — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
  • And for options that can please any giftee on your list, check out gourmet food calendars filled with decadent chocolates, loose-leaf teas, jams and jellies, and more.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of please
Noun
  • And senior Donavyn Pellot joined the fun Saturday, recording the first interception of his career and returning it 67 yards, flipping the field, and turning the tide of the game.
    — Connor Dullinger, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Milhouse’s wishes come true when the Grand Pumpkin turns out to be real, but he’s pissed that humans carve up his pumpkin brothers and sisters for fun.
    — Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of fun
Noun
  • Spates of them appear every couple of years, often inspired by surveys of financial contentment like Goldman’s.
    — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The series will explore what constitutes happiness in different cultures and show the travelers — and viewers — different approaches to contentment.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of contentment
Verb
  • In true dump cake style, add all ingredients to create a pumpkin filling and top with boxed yellow cake mix and butter to create a warm, satisfying dessert that’s perfect for holidays and weeknights.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The salty bacon and fluffy eggs formed that classic breakfast flavor, while the potatoes added a satisfying heartiness without weighing the taco down.
    — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
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“Delight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delight. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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