glad

/ɡlæd/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing happiness or pleasure

“She was glad to see her friends again.”

2. noun

a feeling of happiness or pleasure

“His gladness was contagious, and soon the whole room was smiling.”

3. verb

to feel or show happiness or pleasure

“I was glad to hear that the concert was sold out.”

Synonyms

  • cheerful
  • happy
  • joyful
  • pleased

Antonyms

  • depressed
  • disappointed
  • sad
  • unhappy