Glad happiness

Delighted

Strength 3 of 4

A burst of pleasure at something that goes beyond what you expected, such as a gift, a chance meeting or surprise news, bright enough that it is hard to keep off your face.

In the body

  • Eyes widening and brightening
  • A quick intake of breath
  • Hands flying to the face or chest

Needs behind it

When these needs are met

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Softer and stronger

  1. Glad
  2. Pleased
  3. Cheerful
  4. Happy
  5. Delighted
  6. Joyful
  7. Radiant
  8. Blissful
  9. Ecstatic
  10. Elated

Often confused with

Gleeful

Delighted is pleasure at something lovely that has come your way; gleeful has a mischievous edge and often follows a joke or plan coming off.

Joyful

Delighted is a quick burst of pleasure at something that surprises or charms you; joyful is a deeper fullness that lasts and is often shared.

Faux feelings that can hide this

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