Gladdening
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Gladdening is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of gladden.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of gladden.
More Meanings
- 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.
Word Forms
- gladdenings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include joy, gladdener, gladsomeness, blessing, gladness, exhilaration.
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