delight (B1)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈlaɪt/
Definition
A feeling of great pleasure or satisfaction.
Examples
Her eyes sparkled with delight at the news.
He took great delight in teasing his younger sister.
The audience responded with delight to the performance.
How to Use delight
- delight in (prepositional phrase)
- To take great pleasure in something. — "He always took delight in telling jokes."
- delighted with (prepositional phrase)
- Feeling very pleased about something. — "She was delighted with her exam results."
- delighted by (prepositional phrase)
- Feeling very pleased because of something. — "He was delighted by the surprise party."
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