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English noun: delectation

1. delectation (feeling) a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction


SamplesHis delight to see her was obvious to all.


Synonymsdelight


Broader (hypernym)pleasance, pleasure


Narrower (hyponym)amusement, entrancement, ravishment, Schadenfreude

2. delectation (act) act of receiving pleasure from something


Synonymsenjoyment


Broader (hypernym)activity









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