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delightful

American  
[dih-lahyt-fuhl] / dɪˈlaɪt fəl /

adjective

  1. giving great pleasure or delight; highly pleasing.

    a delightful surprise.
    Synonyms:
    delectable, enchanting, charming, enjoyable, pleasurable, pleasant, agreeable
    Antonyms:
    disagreeable
delightful British  
/ dɪˈlaɪtfʊl /

adjective

  1. giving great delight; very pleasing, beautiful, charming, etc

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Other Word Forms

  • delightfully adverb
  • delightfulness noun
  • undelightful adjective
  • undelightfully adverb

Etymology

Origin of delightful

First recorded in 1520–30; delight + -ful

Example Sentences

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This delightful production, directed with a sprightly touch by Robert Falls, who led the Goodman for 35 years, glitters with the incisive wit that was a hallmark of Mr. Greenberg’s writing.

From The Wall Street Journal

On the surface, it’s a delightful, enriching change of pace.

From The Wall Street Journal

"She's funny, she knows her onions and she's delightful."

From BBC

A weekend trip on a budget can lead you to unexpected and delightful corners of the French capital.

From The Wall Street Journal

Andre looks bored by the whole situation while Camille watches a spotted bunny like it’s the most delightful creature she’s ever seen.

From Literature

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