What does Delighted in English mean? Usage and exercises of Delighted in English

Words/ phrases associated with Delight

Meaning

Example

Turkish delight

a type of jelly candy that incorporates flavors like rosewater, bergamot, cinnamon, or orange

I love eating Turkish delight. 

In transports of delight (phrase)

extremely pleased or happy

Maria was in transports of delight as she held the scene. 

Much to someone's delight

(idiom)

someone is very surprised, happy, unhappy, etc. about something

I actually gave the guy his money back, much to his delight. 

Which prepositions does the adjective Delighted in English go with?

Example

Subject + to be + delighted + at + something.

Anna is delighted at the news of her promotion. 

Subject + to be + delighted + by + something.

Alex was delighted by the unexpected gift from his friend. 

Subject + to be + delighted + with + something.

I am delighted with the results of the project. 

Subject + to be + delighted + for + something.

We are delighted for your success in the competition. 

Subject + to be + delighted + that + clause.

Linda is delighted that her efforts have been recognized by the team. 

Subject + to be + delighted + to V.

I’m delighted to meet You.

Synonyms for Delighted in English

Example

Happy

/ˈhæp.i/

(adjective)

Linda felt happy after receiving the good news about her prize. 

Cheerful

/ˈʧɪə.fəl/

(adjective)

The children's laughter made the atmosphere cheerful during the family gathering.

Pleased

/pli:zd/

(adjective)

The artist was pleased with the positive feedback on her latest artwork. 

Glad

/ɡlæd/

(adjective)

I'm glad you could join us for the celebration.

Ecstatic

/ɪkˈstæt.ɪk/

(adjective)

Winning the championship left the team ecstatic and overjoyed.

Elated

/ɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

(adjective)

The successful completion of the project left him elated and proud. 

Content

 /kənˈtent/

(adjective)

Sitting by the fireplace with a good book, Simon felt content and at peace. 

In a good mood

/ɪn ə ɡʊd mud/

(Phrase)

After a relaxing weekend, Robert was in a good mood when he returned to work on Monday. 

On cloud nine 

 /ɒn klaʊd naɪn/

(Idiom)

After receiving the scholarship, Maria felt like she was on cloud nine.

Verb

Adjective

Example: My first prize in the English competition delighted my parents. ➞ delighted acts as a verb.

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Example: It is delighted for me to present my thesis today. ➞ delighted acts as an adjective.

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1. The songs of country people and of sailors delighted me.

2. Peter's academic success delighted his family.

3. He delighted his guests with a wonderful performance.

4. She was delighted to receive a handwritten letter from her long-lost friend.

5. The students were delighted with the surprise field trip to the zoo.

6. We were delighted by the breathtaking view from the mountaintop.

7. The puppy delighted everyone with its playful antics.

8. The chef delighted the customers with a special menu for the evening.

9. The audience delighted in the comedian's hilarious jokes.

10. We were delighted by the delicious aroma of homemade cookies in the kitchen.

Verb

Adjective

1. The songs of country people and of sailors delighted me.

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2. Peter's academic success delighted his family.

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3. He delighted his guests with a wonderful performance.

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4. She was delighted to receive a handwritten letter from her long-lost friend.

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5. The students were delighted with the surprise field trip to the zoo.

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6. We were delighted by the breathtaking view from the mountaintop.

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7. The puppy delighted everyone with its playful antics.

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8. The chef delighted the customers with a special menu for the evening.

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9. The audience delighted in the comedian's hilarious jokes.

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10. We were delighted by the delicious aroma of homemade cookies in the kitchen.

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