Meaning & Definition of word "Delight"

Delight

/dɪˈlaɪt/

noun:

  • 1. A strong feeling of pleasure and enjoyment.
    • Example: The children's laughter brought her immense delight.
  • 2. Something that gives great pleasure.
    • Example: The garden was a delightful sight in full bloom.

verb:

  • 1. To please greatly; to give great pleasure.
    • Example: The performance delighted the audience.
  • 2. To take great pleasure in something.
    • Example: She delighted in her new book collection.

Etymology

Middle English delit, from Old French delit, from Latin delectare.

Common Phrases and Expressions

delight in:

To take great pleasure in something.

to one's delight:

To one's great pleasure.

delight the senses:

To please or stimulate the senses.

Related Words

delighted:

Feeling or showing great pleasure.

delightful:

Causing delight; charming.

Slang Meanings of delight

Meaning: A really good time.

Example Sentence: That party was a total delight!

Meaning: Something highly enjoyable.

Example Sentence: This movie is pure delight!