delight
/dəˈlaɪt/noun
A feeling of great pleasure or happiness.
Example sentence
- “The children squealed with delight when the puppy ran toward them.”
You take delight 'in' something. 'Much to my delight' is the standard frame for a happy surprise.
Related words
sorrowA deep feeling of sadness or grief.tensionThe state of being stretched or pulled tight by forces working against each other.passionA very strong feeling or intense emotion, such as deep love or fierce hatred.courageThe strength to face your fear and do things that frighten you.gratitudeA feeling of thankfulness toward someone for their kindness or help.panicSudden, uncontrollable fear that can spread quickly through a crowd; a moment of such fear.