delight (in) (Meaning)

delight (in)

to be very happy because of (something)

The child took delight in splashing in the cool, refreshing water.
The intricate carvings on the ancient temple façade filled me with delight.
The aroma of freshly baked bread delighted my senses.
I find immense delight in watching hummingbirds flutter around the blooming flowers.
The unexpected news brought a smile to my face and filled me with delight.
The harmonious melody of the choir delighted the audience.
The vibrant colors of the sunset painted the sky, giving me great delight.
The playful antics of my dog never fail to delight me.
Discovering a hidden treasure in an old library brought immeasurable delight.
The warm embrace of a loved one fills my heart with profound delight.

to be very happy because of (something)

love,enjoy, like, revel (in), rejoice (in),relish, go for, get a charge out of, get a kick out of, get off (on)

loathe, dislike,hate, despise, condemn, abhor,detest,abominate, scorn

The child took delight in splashing in the cool, refreshing water.

The intricate carvings on the ancient temple façade filled me with delight.

The aroma of freshly baked bread delighted my senses.

I find immense delight in watching hummingbirds flutter around the blooming flowers.