as in pleased
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
we're delighted to meet you finally!
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as in joyed
to feel or express joy or triumph
I delighted at the sight of my old schoolyard tormentor standing behind the fast-food counter, asking customers if they wanted fries
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as in satisfied
to give satisfaction to
the news that you had won the Pulitzer delighted us beyond words
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Recent Examples of delighted
Literary Hub, 23 Mar. 2026
The audience appeared delighted with Beshear's message.
—ABC News, 22 Mar. 2026
Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
Two weeks before Quinn and Jack Hughes joined Storrie for his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, many Heated Rivalry fans would have been delighted by the collision of two worlds.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Trump delighted in mocking him.
—Literary Hub, 23 Mar. 2026
The audience appeared delighted with Beshear's message.
—ABC News, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
Around them, a dozen children sunk into their parents’ laps — giggling, wriggling and delighted by the story.
—Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
Two weeks before Quinn and Jack Hughes joined Storrie for his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live, many Heated Rivalry fans would have been delighted by the collision of two worlds.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delighted
Adjective
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Many customers seem pleased with the customer service, the quality of the installation and the professionalism of the crew assigned to their project.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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And RadarOnline is reporting Markle was not pleased.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The president satisfied his own ego, displaying no patience, as other bloodthirsty warlords throughout history.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Miami also declined to offer Jovic, though there’s no indication that his inclusion would have satisfied Phoenix.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
22 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Gene Gallerano is glad to have a movie playing close to home.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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What People Are Saying Contributors to Reddit's r/cars forum were glad to see the report, amid more than 300 comments this week.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Cooper triumphed in the Supporting Actor – Male category for his performance as troubled teenager Jamie Miller in the Netflix series.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
24 Mar. 2026
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On the women’s side, Sofia Goggia and Laura Pirovano triumphed in the super-G and downhill races, respectively, and both secured the discipline title this weekend.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
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And those who know Gilbert & Sullivan’s repertoire will be thrilled with the accompanying concert of G&S favorites.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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In the historic mining town of Tonopah, many locals are thrilled with the economy.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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May is thankful Mara has made Michigan his home after weighing offers in the transfer portal.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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And thankful for our guests, who give us a reason to work so hard.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Reheat chilled eggs in barely simmering water for 1–2 minutes, or cover them with hot tap water and let sit about 30 minutes until warmed through.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
26 Mar. 2026
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Big tech warmed quickly to Whop, as early investors included Peter Thiel and Insight Partners in a $17 million Series A round of funding.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Note that the service isn't particularly happy, helpful, or welcoming, but who has time for pleasantries when you're slammed all day?—
CNT Editors,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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However, the polite thing to do to maintain some sort of family connection would be to send a gift to the happy couple, along with a card conveying your good wishes.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Delighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delighted. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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