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delighted

Meaning of “delighted”

Took great pleasure in, was pleased with, or rejoiced in the person or thing named.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
12 occurrences12 verses8 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: 1 Samuel 19:2

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2 Samuel 22:20
He brought me forth also into a large place: he delivered me, because he delighted in me.
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1611 witness · 2 Samuel 22:20 · retained source text

Hee brought me forth also into a large place: he deliuered me, because hee delighted in me.

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past participle or adjective. Greatly pleased; rejoiced; full of delight.

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