Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
delighted
adjective
/dɪˈlaɪtəd/
Definition
Feeling or showing great pleasure.
Examples
- She was delighted to receive the good news.
- He gave a delighted laugh when he saw the surprise party.
- The children were delighted by the magician’s performance.
Meaning
Delighted refers to a state of happiness and satisfaction. When someone is delighted, they are often experiencing joy or contentment because of a positive situation.
Synonyms
- pleased
- happy
- joyful
- thrilled
- elated
