delectation

IPA/ˌdiːlekˈteɪʃn/
IPA/ˌdiːlekˈteɪʃn/

delectation — noun

1. a feeling of intense delight and deep satisfaction that you get from something y

1.名詞C2
釋義

a feeling of intense delight and deep satisfaction that you get from something you find truly enjoyable or entertaining

例句

Countess Takahashi kept rare poetry in a silk-lined box for her private delectation.

for [possessive] private delectation — pattern for personal pleasure

The old pianist played Chopin nocturnes late at night for his own delectation.

for [possessive] own delectation — reflexive, no audience

同義詞
  • delight

    far more common; used in both formal and everyday contexts

  • enjoyment

    general term for taking pleasure in something; neutral register

  • pleasure

    everyday word covering a wide range of positive feelings

  • gratification

    formal but still more common than delectation; often implies satisfaction of a desire

反義詞
  • displeasure

    the opposite of satisfaction or enjoyment

  • disgust

    strong opposite, implies revulsion rather than mere lack of pleasure

文法句型

for + possessive + delectation

to + possessive + delectation

possessive + own + delectation

用法筆記

This word is very formal and rare in modern English. It appears almost exclusively in literary writing or carefully crafted prose. The most common grammatical pattern is 'for someone's delectation' or 'for the delectation of someone.' In everyday speech, use 'enjoyment,' 'delight,' or 'pleasure' instead.

常見錯誤

❌I had great delectation at the party.
✅I had great enjoyment at the party.
💡'delectation' is too formal and rare for casual conversation; use 'enjoyment' or 'fun.'
❌The children shouted with delectation.
✅The children shouted with delight.
💡'delectation' sounds unnatural with children or in lively, informal contexts.