Definition of glad
gladder
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1 archaic : having a cheerful or happy disposition by nature
2a : experiencing pleasure, joy, or delight : made happyb : made pleased, satisfied, or grateful —often used with of was glad of their helpc : very willing glad to do it
3a : marked by, expressive of, or caused by happiness and joy a glad shoutb : causing happiness and joy : pleasant glad tidings
4 : full of brightness and cheerfulness a glad spring morning
gladly
adverbgladness
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Examples of glad in a Sentence
We're glad you could come.
I'll be glad to answer any questions you may have.
The mail brought glad news from our friends in England.
We've been through some sad times and some glad times.
Origin and Etymology of glad
Middle English, shining, glad, from Old English glæd; akin to Old High German glat shining, smooth, Latin glaber smooth, bald
First Known Use: before 12th century
Examples of glad in a Sentence
it hath gladded my heart to see thy face again
Origin and Etymology of glad
see 1glad
First Known Use: before 12th century
1923
First Known Use of glad
1923
GLAD Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of glad for English Language Learners
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: feeling pleasure, joy, or delight
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: very willing to do something
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: causing happiness and joy
GLAD Defined for Kids
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gladder
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1 : being happy and joyful She was glad to be home.
2 : bringing or causing joy glad news
3 : very willing I'd be glad to help.
gladly
adverb I would gladly help.gladness
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