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Synonyms & Similar Words
joy
pleasure
happiness
thrill
ecstasy
euphoria
bliss
glee
cheer
gladness
elation
enthusiasm
excitement
exhilaration
rapture
amusement
entertainment
recreation
leisure
enjoyment
gratification
satisfaction
contentment
felicity
jollity
merriment
festivity
celebration
revelry
jubilation
triumph
pride
Meaning of Delight
According to Merriam-Webster, delight refers to a high degree of pleasure or enjoyment, or something that gives great pleasure
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines delight as a feeling of great pleasure or enjoyment, or a person or thing that gives great pleasure
- Cambridge Dictionary describes delight as a feeling of great happiness or pleasure, or something that is very enjoyable or pleasing
Example Uses
- The fireworks display was a delight to watch, filling the night sky with colorful patterns and explosions of light
- She took great delight in reading classic novels, often spending hours immersed in the stories
- The children's faces lit up with delight as they played with the new toys on their birthday
- The beautiful scenery and pleasant weather made the hike a pure delight
- The concert was a delight, with the musicians performing with passion and energy
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
sadness
sorrow
grief
misery
unhappiness
displeasure
dissatisfaction
discontent
boredom
depression
despair
disappointment
frustration
annoyance
irritation
anger
disgust
distaste
aversion
displeasure
discontentment