delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl 
dē-
: highly pleasing
a delightful surprise
enjoyed a delightful brunch
delightfulness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of delightful in a Sentence
It has been delightful meeting you.
That was a delightful party.
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But every once in a while a mixup like that can lead to a delightful interaction, as the Lonely Island recently recounted on their podcast.
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Christian Holub, EW.com, 27 Oct. 2024
For those seeking a more casual yet equally delightful meal, Edmond’s terrace serves light bistro specialties, there's also the all against a breathtaking backdrop of the mountains.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
The delightful elocution of their dry-as-martini witticisms (dialect coach Nancy Carlin) adds to the joys of this period piece.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
From a young age, your baby will love listening to the unique sounds that the Hape Stay-Put Rattles make when shaken and exploring the various textures and images throughout this delightful sensory book.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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Christian Holub, EW.com, 27 Oct. 2024
For those seeking a more casual yet equally delightful meal, Edmond’s terrace serves light bistro specialties, there's also the all against a breathtaking backdrop of the mountains.
—Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
The delightful elocution of their dry-as-martini witticisms (dialect coach Nancy Carlin) adds to the joys of this period piece.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
From a young age, your baby will love listening to the unique sounds that the Hape Stay-Put Rattles make when shaken and exploring the various textures and images throughout this delightful sensory book.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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