delightfully

adverb

Definition of delightfullynext
as in deliciously
in a pleasing way a delightfully silly song about dancing bears

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Recent Examples of delightfully The 76ers didn’t even desperately need him, which makes Myers waltzing into free agency and pulling off this casual heist even more delightfully sadistic. — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 July 2026 These qualities allow a potato to bake up with a delightfully fluffy center and crispy skin. — Alesandra Dubin, Southern Living, 24 July 2026 And then there is Skeletor himself, played delightfully by Jared Leto in what may be his very best role of all time. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 Drawing inspiration from the classic old fashioned cocktail, this fruit-forward IPA delivers familiar flavors in a delightfully different form. — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026 Now, Porsha is sharpening her knives before going in for the kill, adding a hilarious edge to an already delightfully macabre episode. — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 20 July 2026 Fans say that the swirls of lemon filling are delightfully gooey, and that Costco’s blondies go above and beyond when delivering on the lemon flavor. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026 Then, at Silverstone over Fourth of July weekend, the Cadillacs were delightfully adorned in a red, white and blue arrangement to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. — Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 17 July 2026 Their sweet-tart flavor contrasts delightfully with the decadent pudding and sturdy cookies, adding a welcome burst of brightness and making the classic treat more deliciously summery. — Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightfully
  1. deliciously
  2. nicely
  3. great
  4. enjoyably
  5. well
  6. finely
  7. charmingly
  8. pleasantly
Adverb
  • At 43, Laferte’s vocal cords have reached a decadent peak — angry and ragged, deliciously wounded.
    — Ernesto Lechner, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
  • This breakfast recipe is deliciously easy—a quick stir-together batter, a simple edible decoration, and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of deliciously
Adverb
  • Patrick Mahomes’ goal to be ready for Week 1 is trending quite nicely, as the three-time Super Bowl champion was cleared to participate in training camp without any limitations.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Veal and beef meatballs pair nicely with a smoky pomodoro sauce and mini rigatoni.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of nicely
Adverb
  • With its outdoor-friendly build, rich bass, and already more affordable price for a great-sounding speaker, this deal needs to be on your invitation list.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 17 July 2026
  • The community does not need another great-sounding but impossible-to-implement program.
    — Thomas J. Dart, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Definition of great
Adverb
  • Lowe used to be a member of a much larger and more popular right-wing populist party, Nigel Farage’s Reform, but he was forced out in an enjoyably catty and melodramatic schism after calling for mass deportations.
    — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026
  • Align your recurring activities with genuine interests to increase the likelihood of hours accumulating more naturally and enjoyably.
    — Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of enjoyably
Adverb
  • Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz also remains well below prewar levels.
    — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • Despite the shock of losing Schmitt to injury, the Giants (45-61) played well enough to beat the team with the second-best record in baseball.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
Definition of well
Adverb
  • Begin by mashing the garlic and a bit of salt with the flat side of a chef’s knife, then work in the basil in handfuls until finely chopped.
    — Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026
  • Small shred These tiny holes are best used for finely grating hard cheeses like Parmesan or zesting citrus.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 9 July 2026
Definition of finely
Adverb
  • White-footed mice, which do carry the culprit bacteria — charmingly named Borrelia burgdorferi — thrive in areas disturbed by people, according to Ostfeld.
    — Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
  • Those included a charmingly cluttered Bucket family home, a lush candyland with the smell of chocolate piped through the Royal Theater to complement the full-size mock chocolate river, and a glass elevator that flew above the audience.
    — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of charmingly
Adverb
  • The gandules hold their shape, with a bite that’s a bit firmer than a black bean, and a pleasantly farinaceous center.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026
  • My son and father-in-law even took a reluctant bite and both were pleasantly surprised.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 29 July 2026
Definition of pleasantly

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