delectation | Definition of delectation

Synonyms and Antonyms of delectation

1 a source of great satisfaction

tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time

Synonyms of delectation

delight, feast, gas [slang], joy, kick, manna, pleasure, treat

Words Related to delectation

amusement, diversion, entertainment, fun, recreation

comfort, relief, solace

gratification, indulgence

2 the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met

a musical concert was presented for the delectation of the guests

Synonyms of delectation

content, contentedness, contentment, delight, enjoyment, gladness, gratification, happiness, pleasure, relish, satisfaction

Words Related to delectation

bliss, felicity, glee, gleefulness, joy, pleasance

amusement, diversion, entertainment

elatedness, elation, exhilaration, exultation, intoxication

ecstasy, euphoria, heaven, rapture

cheer, cheerfulness, exuberance, gaiety (also gayety), jollity, joyfulness, jubilation

comfort, ease, restfulness

Near Antonyms of delectation

misery, sadness, unhappiness, wretchedness

anguish, desolation, joylessness, sorrow, woe

dejection, depression, despondency, dispiritedness, gloom, melancholy

aggravation, annoyance, exasperation, irritation, pique, vexation

anger, fury, rage

agitation, distress, disturbance, upset

discomfort, restlessness, uneasiness

Antonyms of delectation

discontent, discontentedness, discontentment, displeasure, dissatisfaction, unhappiness