delectation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction
    delight.
    • his delight to see her was obvious to all
  2. noun act of receiving pleasure from something
    enjoyment.

WordNet

De`lec*ta"tion noun
Etymology
L. delectatio: cf. F. délectation.
Definitions
  1. Great pleasure; delight.

Webster 1913