delight (n.)

  1. a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction; his delight to see her was obvious to all

    [ Syn: delectation ]

  2. something or someone that provides a source of happiness; a joy to behold; the pleasure of his company; the new car is a delight

    [ Syn: joy , pleasure ]

    delight (v.)

  1. give pleasure to or be pleasing to; These colors please the senses; a pleasing sensation

    [ Syn: please ]

  2. take delight in; he delights in his granddaughter

    [ Syn: enjoy , revel ]

  3. hold spellbound

    [ Syn: enchant , enrapture , transport , enthrall , ravish , enthral ]

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