B1nounemotions
US/dɪˈlaɪt/
UK/dɪˈlaɪt/
a feeling of great happiness and pleasure; something that gives great pleasure
In context
The children screamed with delight when they saw the snow.
To my delight, they offered me the job straight away.
The little garden is a delight in spring.
Words that go with delight
verb + preposition
- squeal with delightThe baby squealed with delight at the bubbles.
- take delight inHe takes delight in cooking for friends.
noun + preposition
- to my delightTo my delight, the train was early.
- a delight toShe is a delight to teach.
adjective + noun
- pure delightHer face showed pure delight.
- great delightIt is with great delight that I welcome you.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am delight to see you.Correct: I am delighted to see you.