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
Head coach Dave Canales answered to the Panthers’ imperfect and confusingly delightful day on Sunday in his postgame press conference.
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
Debra Palmer does finally materialize this week, thank goodness, embodied by the ever-delightful Melanie Lynskey, who has always seemed like an inevitable Matlock guest star.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
Madhappy is a delightful collab that feels both timeless and undeniably of the current moment.
—Will Porter, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Grant is wickedly delightful, rightfully becoming one of the rare actors in a horror movie to gain awards traction, receiving nominations at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice Awards, and BAFTAs.
—Dennis Perkins, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
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Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
Debra Palmer does finally materialize this week, thank goodness, embodied by the ever-delightful Melanie Lynskey, who has always seemed like an inevitable Matlock guest star.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2025
Madhappy is a delightful collab that feels both timeless and undeniably of the current moment.
—Will Porter, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Grant is wickedly delightful, rightfully becoming one of the rare actors in a horror movie to gain awards traction, receiving nominations at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice Awards, and BAFTAs.
—Dennis Perkins, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
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Fortunately, there's usually plenty of pleasant autumn days after the first frost to tackle the remaining fall gardening tasks at a more leisurely rate.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
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Today the Moon in your sign is dancing with fair Venus creating pleasant feelings between you and everyone else.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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Arthur is known as Conkling’s hatchet man, a customs collector for the Port of New York who’s shown, in one amusing snippet, presiding over the beating of a noncompliant businessman.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
6 Nov. 2025
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Garner is a brilliant observer and listener — every page has a surprising, sharp or amusing thought.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Some even suggested delicious baking uses for the new treats.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Includes gardening tips to grow perfect perennials and chiles for every palate, plus articles on delicious Ukrainian food dishes and Christmas family traditions, banana recipe contest winners and practical life advice.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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But feminist art is getting fun.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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Below, click on each cover star to unveil a fun fact from their year of sexy.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Peak season is over, meaning the crowds are gone, the water feels calmer, the restaurants are more enjoyable, and the sunsets last just a little bit longer.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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The period detail is impressive, the storytelling is engrossing, and the overall impact is pleasantly enjoyable.—
Joe Leydon,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Ten-inch-tall elves, called Scout Elves, arrive in children's homes ahead of Christmas with a mission to relay children's behavior back to Santa Claus for his naughty and nice list.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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To those earning $50,000 a year at their regular jobs, making $5,000 in a few nights of netting was a nice bonus.—
Steve Waters,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Vionic Women’s Uptown Mary Jane Flat These Mary Jane shoes are equal parts sweet and versatile.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Nov. 2025
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These sweet, bright orange fruits are in season during the fall and early winter and offer a host of health benefits.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
10 Nov. 2025
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This outline of Datini’s life and afterlife—an orphan with no children of his own becomes a benefactor of orphaned children—draws a pleasing circle.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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Plus, the tree’s natural shape is more pleasing to the winter garden, whereas chopping it down to stumps can be an eyesore in the landscape.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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