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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Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
Years: 2023-present Length: 2 seasons, 23 episodes Creators: Lee Gant, Christine Rose
The biggest new reality TV hit of 2023 so far is this gem of a competition show with a delightful hosting job by Alan Cumming.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Inside the delightful Pasadena Showcase House of Design, where maximalism is in.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025
As for that delightful scent McGuinness referenced?
—Victoria Moorhouse, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delightful. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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delightful
adjective
de·light·ful
di-ˈlīt-fəl
: highly pleasing : giving delight
delightfulness
noun
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