Simple meaning
What does Delight mean?
Delight means great joy, or to make someone very happy.
Dictionary definition
Great pleasure or joy, or the act of giving someone that joy.
Example sentences
Delight in a sentence
easy
The surprise treat was a delight.
medium
The puppy's tricks delight the whole class.
hard
Her thoughtful note brought delight after a hard week.
Synonyms
Words like Delight
joyUse for strong happiness.
pleaseUse when causing someone to feel happy.
Antonyms
Opposite words
disappointUse when hopes are not met.
saddenUse when causing sadness instead of joy.
Word family
Delight word family
Base word
delight
adjective
delightful
Very pleasant and joyful.
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Practice 1
What does delight mean?
Delight is strong happiness, and it can also mean causing that feeling.
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