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
Time will tell how long this lasts for him, but at least in this first episode, Day actually seems happy, which is rare, but also delightful to watch.
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
While the Brooklynite was more of an addendum than a star in that book, its a delightful little drink and among the better things to make with a bottle of Jamaican rum.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
The action is well-choreographed, and the on-stage performances are convincing replicas of real K-pop girl groups, but nothing in the film is as delightful as the way the animators contort the faces of the leads with some manga inspired faces and reactions.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 11 July 2025
What began with her apprehension about how the kitten would adapt quickly turned into a delightful surprise.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
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Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 July 2025
While the Brooklynite was more of an addendum than a star in that book, its a delightful little drink and among the better things to make with a bottle of Jamaican rum.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 11 July 2025
The action is well-choreographed, and the on-stage performances are convincing replicas of real K-pop girl groups, but nothing in the film is as delightful as the way the animators contort the faces of the leads with some manga inspired faces and reactions.
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 11 July 2025
What began with her apprehension about how the kitten would adapt quickly turned into a delightful surprise.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
Adjective
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Like, so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Like so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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For two-thirds of the day, as the peloton rolled through Brittany, the majority of soundbites ranged from frivolous to downright amusing.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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The scene was more amusing than threatening — onlookers whipped out cell phone cameras to document the sight of horses traversing the grounds.—
Jim Newton,
Mercury News,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Coulda fooled me that the whole thing was made without dairy — these are just as delicious as the butter-laden sort.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
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Heavy and unadorned, this simple slab of metal makes delicious pizza pies that are crispy and crusty in all the right places.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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That’s what makes music fun: Giving people an opportunity to choose something that they’re obsessed with in a song outside of the lyrics or the melody.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
14 July 2025
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Snapping photos and posting them on social media is a fun way to share a travel adventure.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The units also vary in shape: the cube is nice for nightstands, while the wider grand size works well on large dressers.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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And, the embroidery on the pillowcases adds a nice touch.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Savor local dining and brews Cadillac boasts restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream stores and bakeries selling a variety of cuisines, beverages, alcoholic spirits and sweet treats.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 July 2025
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Wesley marked the celebratory moment by sharing a sweet photograph of himself and Kuckenburg on his Instagram Stories.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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The underground world is imaginative and visually pleasing.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
16 July 2025
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In high-use areas around the desk, bed, and couch, the power strip and extension cords can be permanent fixtures in the space, so why not make it as aesthetically pleasing as possible?—
Kelsey Borovinsky,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Pair this Protein Box with a low-calorie drink, like iced green tea, for a satisfying and nutritious snack.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
15 July 2025
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Black Bean Brownies Black bean brownies are fudgy, indulgent, and packed with protein, making for a rich and satisfying dessert.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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