delightful

adjective

de·​light·​ful di-ˈlīt-fəl How to pronounce delightful (audio)
dē-
: highly pleasing
a delightful surprise
enjoyed a delightful brunch
delightfully adverb
delightfulness noun

Examples of delightful in a Sentence

It has been delightful meeting you. That was a delightful party.
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The amount of allergy-inducing pollen is minimal, and the pollinator population benefits from the delightful oasis. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2025 There are many ways to freshen your fridge naturally, and using an orange is an especially delightful way. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 21 July 2025 The hooded orioles, those delightful and colorful visitors to our nectar feeders all summer, will be departing in about a month to winter homes in Mexico. Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025 A week’s test proved a delightful and satisfying experience. Josh Max, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for delightful

Word History

Etymology

see delight entry 2

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of delightful was circa 1530

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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

delightful

adjective
de·​light·​ful di-ˈlīt-fəl How to pronounce delightful (audio)
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfully adverb
delightfulness noun

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