a joy to behold



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a joy to behold

A thing, event, or experience that creates a profound sense of joy or elation in the spectator. The spring flowers in this part of the country are truly a joy to behold. The play was a joy to behold, full of beauty, warmth, and wit.
See also: behold, joy

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Livianus-Ancient Roman
Emmanuellee-man-WELFrench
Poseidonpə-SIE-dən (English)Greek Mythology
Edina-Hungarian
BogusŁAwbaw-GUW-swahfPolish
LilianLIL-ee-ən (English)English, French