noun
- a feeling of great pleasure or satisfaction
- something that gives great pleasure
verb
- to give great pleasure to someone
- to take great pleasure in something
Usage: often used with ‘in’
Examples
- The children squealed with delight when they saw the puppies.
- Reading is one of my greatest delights.
- The magician’s tricks delighted the audience.
- She delights in solving difficult puzzles.
- To our delight, the weather was perfect for the picnic.
- The garden was a delight to behold in spring.
- His stories never fail to delight his grandchildren.