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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Gary Oldman remains as delightful as ever as the malodorous but brilliant Jackson Lamb.
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Erik Kain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The set comes as a bounty of six pairs, offering a delightful palette of colors, one for each pair, to match your mood and attire seamlessly.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Sprinkle on a parfait: A sprinkling of raisins adds a delightful texture and a touch of sweetness that pairs perfectly with fresh fruit and nuts.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 29 Sep. 2024
Downtown shops include a cozy yarn store, a few boutiques, an antiques shop and an independent bookstore with a delightful name, Hidden Staircase.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Sep. 2024
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Erik Kain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The set comes as a bounty of six pairs, offering a delightful palette of colors, one for each pair, to match your mood and attire seamlessly.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Sprinkle on a parfait: A sprinkling of raisins adds a delightful texture and a touch of sweetness that pairs perfectly with fresh fruit and nuts.
—Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 29 Sep. 2024
Downtown shops include a cozy yarn store, a few boutiques, an antiques shop and an independent bookstore with a delightful name, Hidden Staircase.
—Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Sep. 2024
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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