delectation
noun
[ ˌdiːlɛkˈteɪʃ(ə)n ]
• pleasure and delight.
• "they had all manner of rock 'n' roll goodies for our delectation"
Similar:
enjoyment,
gratification,
delight,
pleasure,
happiness,
satisfaction,
relish,
entertainment,
amusement,
diversion,
titillation,
Origin:
late Middle English: via Old French from Latin delectatio(n- ), from delectare ‘to charm’ (see delight).
