Glad
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɡlæd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Glad is an adjective meaning Pleased; happy; gratified.
Meaning
Pleased; happy; gratified.
More Meanings
- (informal) A gladiolus (plant).
- (obsolete) Having a bright or cheerful appearance; expressing or exciting joy; producing gladness.
- (archaic, transitive) To make glad.
Example Sentences
A wise son maketh a glad father.
I'm always glad to be of service.
I am happy and glad at your success.
I'm glad the rain has finally stopped.
Word Forms
- gladder
- gladdest
- glads
- gladding
- gladded
Synonyms for glad
Depending on context, synonyms include gladden, exhilarate, pleased, cheerful, happy, grateful.
Antonyms for glad
Common opposites include cranky, depressed, downcast, heavy, peevish, sad.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include happy, pleased, gladsome, cheerful, beaming, lief.
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