Glad
/ɡlæd/
Definitions
Feeling pleasure or happiness; pleased.
/ɡlæd/
Feeling pleasure or happiness.
She was glad to receive the good news.
💡 Simply: When you're feeling happy and like something a lot, you're glad! Like when you get ice cream or see a friend.
👶 For kids: Happy and smiling!
More Examples
I'm glad you could come to the party.
The children were glad when school let out for summer.
How It's Used
"I am glad to see you."
"He felt glad at the sight of his returning friend."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
glad tidings
Good news or information.
"The messenger brought glad tidings of victory."
be glad of something
To feel pleased or grateful for something, often something that provides relief or advantage.
"After the long hike, we were glad of a cold drink."
From Old English *glæd* meaning 'shining, joyous', related to words indicating brightness. It has roots in Proto-Germanic *gladaz*.
Commonly found in historical texts expressing happiness and pleasure. It was frequently used in correspondence and storytelling.
Memory tip
Think of someone with a big grin and a cheerful expression – they are glad!
Word Origin
"Shining, joyous"