delight

Definition

  • noun: a strong feeling of happiness
  • noun: a high degree of gratification
  • verb: to take great pleasure
  • verb: to make (someone) very happy
  • synonyms: joy, lust, luxuriate

Examples

  • Some people seem to 'take' great 'delight in' hearing about the misfortunes of others.

  • The kids screamed 'in delight' as they chased one another around the park.

  • His expression when he saw the baby was one of pure 'delight'. [='joy']

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