delight (in)

verb

Definition of delight (in)next
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in I've been delighting in your company, so I was wondering if we might have another date

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delight (in)
  1. enjoy
  2. love
  3. like
  4. savor
Verb
  • Nutty and sweet coconut shrimp is a delightful way to enjoy shellfish.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Their homes were not like the large estates found in wealthier Colorado mountain towns, but smaller structures where their blue-collar families went to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
    — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoy
Verb
  • Corey Holland, Kamarie’s father, said his daughter was an exuberant 5-year-old who loved princesses and made people laugh.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Would love to see a Dorgu-esque signing at both CDM and LB this month.
    — The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of love
Verb
  • Law likes Bobby’s dye pattern, but Willy and Heidi both think the dress’s baggy, circular shape is unflattering.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Glasner has the energy of a man who doesn’t want to be liked, but does want to be admired.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of like
Verb
  • Many guests come here—repeatedly—to savor chef Wojciech Popow’s creations.
    — Delilah Khomo, Vanity Fair, 8 Aug. 2026
  • August is National Sandwich Month, a time to savor its incredible diversity and cultural impact.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of savor
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“Delight (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delight%20%28in%29. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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