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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the opportunity for travel was one of the major delights of the couple's golden years
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as in entertainment
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
with his great sense of humor and bubbly personality, he is a delight to be around
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as in pleasure
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
we were filled with delight at the sight of everyone in the family together at last for the holidays
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as in to joy
to feel or express joy or triumph
I delighted at the sight of my old schoolyard tormentor standing behind the fast-food counter, asking customers if they wanted fries
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
the news that you had won the Pulitzer delighted us beyond words
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Recent Examples of delight
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2025
The decision was met with delight by some students, who have long wanted to express themselves freely in their appearance.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Julia Moore, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
One day after delighting #Tiva Nation with seven first-look photos, Paramount+ has released a first teaser trailer for NCIS: Tony & Ziva, the international spinoff that reunites Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo on-screen for the first time since October 2013.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 17 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Review: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan provide stellar night at San Diego concert
Their Outlaw Music Festival performance was a life-affirming musical delight by the two American music icons.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2025
The decision was met with delight by some students, who have long wanted to express themselves freely in their appearance.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Verb
The Dancing with the Stars pros delighted fans during their final performance on the DWTS: Live!
—Julia Moore, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
One day after delighting #Tiva Nation with seven first-look photos, Paramount+ has released a first teaser trailer for NCIS: Tony & Ziva, the international spinoff that reunites Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo on-screen for the first time since October 2013.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delight
Noun
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So think about joy as the experience and happiness as the idea.—
Jess Cording,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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One unexpected joy of League Pass life is the arena feed, which shows us what’s on the jumbotron during timeouts (mascot skits, archival content, dance promotions and many other frivolities).—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Noun
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While some infotainment systems are better than others, many drivers use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto daily to access navigation and entertainment for their drives.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The company provides capital to media and entertainment businesses, including motion picture studios, independent production companies and other rights-holders.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The future will be controlled by inflicting pleasure, not pain.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Hell, by way of pleasure and ambition, this slight-but-winsome dramedy offers a step-up from recent vintages; by way of international resonance, however, this latest opener seems unlikely for a world tour.—
Ben Croll,
IndieWire,
13 May 2025
Verb
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After two years of nonstop organizing, Baum had triumphed.—
Amy Brecount White,
Smithsonian Magazine,
6 May 2025
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The history of marking an 1862 battle in which Mexico triumphed over the French has more staying power in the U.S. than south of the border.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
5 May 2025
Verb
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But the viewer wasn’t the only one the jewelry designer sought to please.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Al-Qaida had published a document that said Harry’s assassination would please Muslims, and he and his wife were involved in a dangerous pursuit by paparazzi in New York.—
Brian Melley,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Add a new pattern to mom’s collection with this fun number, done up with shades of blues, pinks, and greens.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
4 May 2025
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Walk along the sandy main street, Flagler Avenue, for casual eateries, fun shops, and unobstructed beach access.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The bank noted contentment with wage compensation was at its lowest point since November 2021.—
Michael S. Derby,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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While his match against Gunther is not slated to headline either night of the grandest stage of them all, Uso has expressed his contentment with the high-profile nature of the bout, recognizing it as the biggest singles match of his career, set to take place at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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Loyalists of Fripp and his mothership band, King Crimson, have had their prog jones satisfied multiple times in the past few years.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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Overall, this low-profile keyboard elevates your routine with practical features that make each keystroke both satisfying and efficient.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Delight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delight. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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