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
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
26 June 2026
On May 12, entrepreneur Sarah Wells was delighted to suddenly see nearly $10,000 appear in her bank account as if by magic.
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John Schroyer,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
According to Kolvet, the name, which was first suggested by Turning Point field organizers, delighted Kirk.
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Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
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Adjective
Families rent crab pots and put their catch in plastic buckets held by delighted children.
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Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
26 June 2026
On May 12, entrepreneur Sarah Wells was delighted to suddenly see nearly $10,000 appear in her bank account as if by magic.
—
John Schroyer,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Verb
Nelson dismissed questions about whether the tools that have delighted AI companies should threaten the creatives who invented the Cannes Lions event to celebrate creative ad work.
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Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
According to Kolvet, the name, which was first suggested by Turning Point field organizers, delighted Kirk.
—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delighted
Adjective
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Jacie Prieto Lopez, LA28’s vice president of communications and public affairs, said in a statement that her organization is pleased to forward the agreement to the council for consideration.
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Jackass fans appear pleased with the celebration that combines a look back at classic stunts alongside an array of new footage, with Best and Last nabbing an A- CinemaScore.
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Morocco has already gone toe-to-toe with Brazil in the group stages and triumphed over the Netherlands in the Round of 32, but bigger fish are there to be fried.
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The World Cup last 16 is here, after some dramatic matches in which Cape Verde nearly stunned holders Argentina, and Mo Salah’s Egypt triumphed over Australia on penalties.
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The deal would not have satisfied Cuba's spiraling energy needs.
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One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
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Overall, though, the nurses are glad for the staffing standards, Casas said.
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Most players would be glad to end their careers with 500 appearances — to have almost 1,000 goals is freakish, outlandish, historic.
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Guests visiting Hernandez's house are also thrilled to see the miniature bedroom.
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We are inspired by Taylor and Travis' commitment to giving back and thrilled to welcome them into our New York Cares family.
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For Veronica Villa — who had her photo taken — the Fourth of July means being thankful to live in California specifically.
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Matt and Danielle were able to bring their healthy twin boys home, and feel thankful for the quick response from Perinton Ambulance and Highland Hospital.
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The terrain is rocky, with vineyards clinging to steep limestone slopes, simultaneously warmed by the sun and cooled by salty Adriatic breezes.
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Our hearts are left warmed by its deft exploration of humanity, patriarchy and the meaning of life.
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At the beach, maybe, at a barbecue or whatever place sets fireworks pinwheeling through your holiday-happy mind.
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Like many great works of American literature, the book is an unflinching portrait of a seemingly happy family held together by hubris and fear of change.
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“Delighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delighted. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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