Synonyms for
Delighted
Definition
To be extremely pleased or happy about something.
Synonyms & similar words
enrapture
revel
enthralled
entranced
displease
delight
enchant
enthrall
enjoy
ravish
disenchant
beguiled
enthral
captivated
transport
please
charmed
thrilled
happy
overjoyed
ecstatic
elated
joyful
pleased
glad
enthusiastic
content
satisfied
gratified
chuffed
rapturous
blissful
radiant
exultant
jubilant
euphoric
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
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
Usage note
Delighted is an adjective expressing great pleasure. It is often followed by 'with' or 'by' to specify the cause of the pleasure.
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Example sentences
- I was delighted to see my grandma after a long time.
- The children were delighted with the surprise party.
- He was delighted to hear that he got the job.
- She was delighted with her new dress.
- 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.