delighted

adjective B2

Meaning

The word "delighted" describes a strong feeling of pleasure and satisfaction, often used to express happiness about a specific event or situation.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "delighted" with "happy," as "delighted" implies a stronger sense of joy.

Example Sentences

Are you delighted with the results of your hard work ?
I am delighted to hear your good news today .
She was delighted to receive the invitation to the event .

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