Delighted
/dɪˈlaɪtɪd/
Definitions
Feeling or showing great pleasure and happiness.
/dɪˈlaɪtɪd/
Feeling or showing great pleasure or satisfaction.
The children were delighted with their new toys.
💡 Simply: Imagine you got the perfect birthday present! Being delighted is like feeling super happy and excited.
👶 For kids: Feeling really, really happy!
More Examples
I was delighted to hear the good news.
She was delighted by the beautiful scenery.
How It's Used
"She was delighted with the surprise party."
"The audience was delighted by the performance's unexpected twist."
From Middle English deliten, from Old French deliter ('to delight, please'), from Latin delectare ('to please, charm'), from *de- ('thoroughly') + lacere ('to entice, lure').
Used since the 14th century, initially with a broader meaning of 'to give pleasure'.
Memory tip
Think of a bright light – it brings delight!
Word Origin
"to please"