delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl 
dē-
: highly pleasing
a delightful surprise
enjoyed a delightful brunch
delightfulness
noun
Examples of delightful in a Sentence
It has been delightful meeting you.
That was a delightful party.
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Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 July 2026
For other restaurants, World Cup fever has been a delightful surprise.
—
ABC News,
2 July 2026
Reading about how Austen set about writing and publishing her novels is delightful.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
1 July 2026
Several of the larger suites also have plunge pools on the balcony, a truly delightful place to watch Vallarta’s famous sunsets.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 July 2026
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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