delightful
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- delightfully adverb
- delightfulness noun
- undelightful adjective
- undelightfully adverb
Etymology
Origin of delightful
Example Sentences
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Based on the novel by the pseudonymous Freida McFadden, “The Housemaid” is a delightful hall of mirrors in which reality turns out to be subject to infinite modification.
He’s positively delightful here, whether being overprotective of Deschanel or suffering her ministrations, dancing around Curtis, or fencing with Jake Johnson’s Nick.
From Los Angeles Times
The production and rehearsal photos are delightful — and a gift to Moore and Andrews fans as well — with everyone looking young and beautiful.
From Los Angeles Times
Not only was his assist for Phil Foden in the win against Sunderland worth the admission fee, he was just delightful.
From BBC
Paired with a roster of original recipes featuring chic spins on classic flavors—minty dark chocolate, toasty coconut, sparkling citrus and spicy gingerbread—the dividends were delightful.
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