1
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delightful rendition of our favorite song
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as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
we had a delightful time at the party
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Recent Examples of delightful
Whether your kid’s room leans coastal or cottagecore, these towels are downright delightful.
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Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2026
All three are delightful, but in completely different ways.
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Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 June 2026
This artful ignorance of the city’s dining scene means that sometimes a wonderful restaurant ends up hiding in plain sight, such as the delightful L’Escale, at the foot of the Pont de la Tournelle, which connects the Île Saint-Louis to the Latin Quarter.
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Air Mail,
13 June 2026
Gio Reyna’s delightful goal was a perfect way to cap a near-flawless Friday night for the United States men’s soccer team.
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Tom Williams,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for delightful
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2026
All three are delightful, but in completely different ways.
—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 June 2026
This artful ignorance of the city’s dining scene means that sometimes a wonderful restaurant ends up hiding in plain sight, such as the delightful L’Escale, at the foot of the Pont de la Tournelle, which connects the Île Saint-Louis to the Latin Quarter.
—
Air Mail,
13 June 2026
Gio Reyna’s delightful goal was a perfect way to cap a near-flawless Friday night for the United States men’s soccer team.
—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for delightful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
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Founded by Marc-André Roy and Jared Etzel in 2012, Domaine Roy & Fils is known for its elegant interpretations of Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, so this complex but somewhat lighthearted rosé comes as a pleasant surprise.
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Beautiful Friday evening in Baltimore Temperatures will cool back into the 70s after sunset, with a pleasant breeze and low humidity - beautiful for the opening evening of AFRAM.
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The closest the visually drab movie comes to excitement is the introduction of an amusing if underused Jason Momoa as Lobo, an immortal bounty hunter who looks like a heavy-metal god (or maybe a lost member of Kiss), chomping on a fat cigar and roaring around on his flying motorcycle.
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Mighty Real includes an amusing anecdote about trying to finagle an interview with New Order’s Bernard Sumner in the early ’80s when bassist Peter Hook busts in and shows you his uncut willie.
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.
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Sweet and spicy pepper jelly makes these fast-fix wings extra delicious.
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The electric blue shade adds such a fun pop of color to a summer wardrobe, instantly brightening up basics like white jeans, denim shorts, or neutral trousers.
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Gemini May 21 – June 20 A fun idea may need a clearer price tag.
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That has prompted accusations by some fans that the organizer is prioritizing profits over creating an enjoyable and accessible experience for people from all over the world.
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Exercise and training is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding aspects for many around the globe.
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In Colima city for coffee and a nice meal, visitors should bookmark Puerto Café and Cumbre, a restaurant and bakery that stands out in a scene of growing maturity and ambition.
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Johnson could provide a nice defensive partner with Flagg in the front court with Johnson’s rim protections and ability to switch on the perimeter.
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The secret to this crowd-pleasing dip is the flavorful addition of sweet Vidalia onions.
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Each flower releases a sweet scent that can easily fill your entire walkway with fragrance.
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The Cowboys went with a more aesthetically pleasing tint on the windows, which does have a dramatic effect on the natural sun inside the stadium.
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However, the major downside is that the sprinkler might not be aesthetically pleasing and requires a steady water source, which can be difficult to provide during droughts.
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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