Glad

/ɑlæd/

The meaning and definition of Glad, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective
  1. Pleased, happy, gratified.
    β€œI'm glad the rain has finally stopped.”
  2. Having a bright or cheerful appearance; expressing or exciting joy; producing gladness.
verb
  1. To make glad

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms cheer up exhilarate gladden
Antonyms cranky depressed downcast heavy peevish sad

Origin

From Old English glæd.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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