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delightfulness

[dɪˈlaɪtfəlnəs]
noun
encantamento
1. The quality or state of being delightful; the property of causing great pleasure or joy
The delightfulness of the garden made it a favorite spot for visitors.
O encantamento do jardim o tornou um local favorito para os visitantes.
2. Something that is charming, pleasant, or highly enjoyable
The delightfulness of her company was evident in everyone's smiles.
O encanto de sua companhia era evidente nos sorrisos de todos.
Synonyms
charmpleasantnessenchantmentlovelinessattractivenessagreeableness
Antonyms
unpleasantnessdispleasurediscomfortdisagreeableness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
encantamento
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
delícia
Informal, frequently used in casual speech
Rio de Janeiro
maravilha
Colloquial alternative emphasizing wonder
Portugal
encanto
Formal and literary preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

a delight to behold
pure delight
to one's delight
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