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
Instead, the show offers more than a few laugh-out-loud moments, a new portrayal of golden-age friendships and some genuinely delightful guest stars.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 27 Mar. 2025
There's nothing quite as delightful as getting a visit from a little backyard bird.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
This can be achieved through access to a space that naturally guides visitors toward unexpected yet delightful encounters through public art installations, interactive displays or spontaneous pop-up performances.
—Riki Nishimura, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Nevertheless, his TikTok video was a delightful reminder of the past.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 27 Mar. 2025
There's nothing quite as delightful as getting a visit from a little backyard bird.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
This can be achieved through access to a space that naturally guides visitors toward unexpected yet delightful encounters through public art installations, interactive displays or spontaneous pop-up performances.
—Riki Nishimura, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Nevertheless, his TikTok video was a delightful reminder of the past.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
Adjective
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Some images are pleasant, while others are painful and heart-wrenching to produce.—
The Pham,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Six books offer readers armchair travel, amusing characters, and a dash of history.—
Yvonne Zipp,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 Apr. 2025
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Thankfully, in the case of Mark, the reality proved to be something much more amusing.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Enjoy a delicious lunch, fabulous raffle and listen to New York TImes bestselling author Sarah Penner discuss her new book The Amalfi Curse.Visit www.libraryguildrsf.org or call 858-756-4780 to register.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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Makhani and Punjabi curry were absolutely delicious.—
Andrew King,
Axios,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Grey’s Memorable Moments View List Also, Blue is pretty fun, so wasn’t Winston’s instruction not to talk at the baseball game kinda… mean?—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
10 Apr. 2025
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Part of the invitation design, and part of the idea of curating your event, also includes really fun attire recommendations.—
Maria Ward,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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The physical edition even includes a full-color manual like the good old days, which is a nice touch.—
David Jagneaux,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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In this chicken noodle casserole, the pasta is perfectly cooked and creamy, with bits of chicken adding a nice bite and different texture.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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There are plucky steamed chive dumplings with translucent skin, meatball-like shumai teeming with pork, chicken or shrimp, green tea sesame balls (each $1.50 apiece) with Wicked-green dough surrounding sweet black paste.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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As for spinach being the key to training your tongue toward fewer sweet cravings, though, that’s less well-established.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is an excellent way to incorporate more texture and character into your kitchen organization that's pleasing to the eye.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
4 Apr. 2025
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Gerry’s option to buy the Sportatorium is conditional on his making the behemoth pleasing to the eye, improving the appearance of the building, the parking lot and the landscaping, Hollander said.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
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But this year’s batch of releases suggests that the leading watchmakers have found a satisfying way to respect their past achievements and still forge new paths.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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The spices are balanced and not overpowering, drying down to a satisfying, earthy finish.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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