Synonyms for

Delighted

Verb / dɪˈlaɪtʌd / / dɪˈlaɪtɪd / Another word for delighted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To be extremely pleased or happy about something.

Synonyms & similar words

ravish disenchant captivated entranced enchant beguiled charmed enthral enrapture enjoy enthrall displease transport enthralled revel delight please thrilled happy overjoyed ecstatic elated joyful pleased glad enthusiastic content satisfied gratified chuffed rapturous blissful radiant exultant jubilant euphoric

Synonyms by register

Formal

pleased gratified content elated

Informal

happy thrilled chuffed overjoyed stoked

Literary

exultant jubilant rapturous

Antonyms

sad unhappy disappointed miserable sorrowful dejected crestfallen

Common collocations

  • delighted to meet you
  • delighted with the result
  • delighted by the news
  • delighted to hear
  • delighted to accept
  • delighted with your work
  • absolutely delighted

Word family

noun delight
verb delight
adjective delighted
adverb delightedly

Usage note

Delighted is an adjective expressing great pleasure. It is often followed by 'with' or 'by' to specify the cause of the pleasure.

Example sentences

  1. I was delighted to see my grandma after a long time.
  2. The children were delighted with the surprise party.
  3. He was delighted to hear that he got the job.
  4. She was delighted with her new dress.
  5. The audience was delighted with the performance.

Quotes

  • I am delighted to have you play football. I believe in rough, manly sports.
  • I am delighted to become a member of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Initiative.
  • I'm delighted to be number one. It's something I never expected.

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