What does gladdening mean?
Gladdening means present participle and gerund of gladden.
Gladdening
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of gladden.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of gladden
- A becoming glad.
- Causing feelings of gladness.
Example Sentences
After the buoyancy and gladdenings of her joyous welcome had subsided, she requested that he would make a point of coming to her ball — the same to which Miss Cunningham and her aunt were invited.
Now, the cheerful sun looks in mockingly; we rejoice not in the face of day; it brings not hope, but memory to our minds; and we only watch the gladdening beams to think that they are shining on the narrow grave.
Synonyms for gladdening
Antonyms for gladdening
Related Words
Word Forms
- gladdenings
- more gladdening
- most gladdening
Usage Notes
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After the buoyancy and gladdenings of her joyous welcome had subsided, she requested that he would make a point of coming to her ball — the same to which Miss Cunningham and her aunt were invited.
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