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delight
noun(de-light)
a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction
Synonyms: delectation,
Examples:
His delight to see her was obvious to all.
delight
verb(de-light)
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
Synonyms: please,
delight
verb(de-light)
hold spellbound
Synonyms: enchant, enrapture, enthral, enthrall, ravish, transport,
delight
verb(de-light)
take delight in
Synonyms: enjoy, revel,
Examples:
He delights in his granddaughter.
delight
noun(de-light)
something or someone that provides a source of happiness
Synonyms: joy, pleasure,
Examples:
The new car is a delight.

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