delighted
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- delightedly adverb
- delightedness noun
- quasi-delighted adjective
- quasi-delightedly adverb
- undelighted adjective
- undelightedly adverb
Etymology
Origin of delighted
Example Sentences
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A delighted Leeds coach Brad Arthur said his side had "had a ball" and praised his players' "real hunger".
From BBC
The 76-year-old said he was "delighted" to this week be granted full British citizenship and thanked the people of Wirral for their "unbelievable" support.
From BBC
William was delighted to spot a group of children holding up a scarf for Aston Villa, the football club he has supported since his school days.
From BBC
She was delighted at the time, but it was tough work.
From Barron's
Major Puff was delighted to find the hare listening with rapt attention.
From Literature
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