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Meaning of delighted
feeling great pleasure or enjoyment
Etymology of delighted
The word "delighted" comes from the Old French word "deliter", which means "to charm" or "to please", derived from the Latin word "delectare", meaning "to charm" or "to delight"
Synonyms
thrilled
pleased
happy
ecstatic
overjoyed
elated
enchanted
captivated
charmed
fascinated
intrigued
amused
entertained
satisfied
gratified
contented
joyful
jubilant
euphoric
exhilarated
electrified
invigorated
uplifted
inspired
cheered
heartened
gladdened
delighted
enthralled
bewitched
spellbound
enchanted
mesmerized
Definitions
- Giving great pleasure or enjoyment
- * Feeling or showing great pleasure or enjoyment
Usage Examples
- The children were delighted by the magic show
- * She was delighted to receive the award for her outstanding performance
- * The new restaurant delighted customers with its unique menu and ambiance
Antonyms
unhappy
sad
disappointed
depressed
miserable
gloomy
melancholy
despondent
disheartened
disillusioned
discontented
dissatisfied
unhappy
unenthusiastic
unimpressed
uninspired
unmoved
unpleased
displeased
irritated
annoyed
frustrated
angry