delightful

adjective

di-ˈlīt-fəl How to pronounce delightful (audio)
Definition of delightfulnext
1
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a delightful rendition of our favorite song

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2
as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment we had a delightful time at the party

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Recent Examples of delightful Snagging this portable monitor is a no-brainer—especially with this delightful 35% discount! — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2026 Service is stellar, dining delightful at both upscale The View and casual The Cottage. — Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Pan-Seared Flank Steak with Herb Sauce This weeknight dinner might just convince the kiddos to eat all their veggies with a little help from this delightful herb sauce. — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026 Food and drink Name two more delightful words in the English language than ‘breakfast buffet’. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for delightful
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
  1. pleasant
  2. amusing
  3. delicious
  4. fun
  5. enjoyable
  6. nice
  7. sweet
  8. pleasing
Adjective
  • But a pleasant, elegant note does not match the intimacy—the intentionality—of speaking.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Only Ann Patchett could write such a pleasant, amiable novel about death, and only a horse could serve as her essential metaphor for peaceful salvation.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of pleasant
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  • That closeness, however, has made the internet’s speculation about their secret romantic arrangement particularly amusing to Bunny, who tells PEOPLE that there is no hidden relationship between the three.
    — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026
  • American style can be at turns confounding, amusing, and aspirational.
    — Luis Alberto Rodriguez, Vanity Fair, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of amusing
Adjective
  • Known for its sumptuous cuisine and delicious desserts, Italy has tourists lining up for gelato all over the peninsula.
    — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Black Pepper Candied Bacon Fogo de Chão/MANNY RODRIGUEZ At Fogo de Chão, this delicious bacon dish is oven roasted with brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
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  • While clearing mobs of enemies can be fun, the combat really shines during the game’s many boss fights.
    — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad provides a fun way to take in the autumn scenery, with plenty of family-friendly excursions on the schedule.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of fun
Adjective
  • As Pierre looks back on filming, one of the most enjoyable parts of the episode was getting to work with the child actors, including Jayce Eiland and Cairo Cash Lee, who play the younger versions of John.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Whatever the intent, the end result is a perversely enjoyable bit of schlock.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • This one is a nice pick for yourself or someone else who wants to try a handful of trending beauty brands to find their new holy grail products.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The brown one’s okay, but purple — looking royal — that’d be nice.
    — Maria Bamford, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of nice
Adjective
  • The rich chocolate and salty sweet bacon combo as well as the fluffy peanut butter mousse is what sets this dish apart from other s’mores.
    — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Kelce caught a pass from rookie quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, then had a sweet cutback move that made Seattle cornerback Trevon Diggs miss.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • The cabin interiors are built from a lovely blonde wood, which was aesthetically pleasing, if a little creaky at times, while the white linens on the comfortable queen bed were a subtle reminder that this is a luxury accommodation.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Stepping into unknown territory can feel especially pleasing today.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasing

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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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