1
as in delighted
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
the man was glad to see his old college buddies again, after so long an absence
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2
as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
I am glad to do the work if it will help the cause
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3
as in cheerful
serving to lift one's spirits
doctors brought glad tidings to the reporters awaiting news of the queen's condition
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4
as in thankful
feeling or expressing gratitude
she was glad of the offer of a ride home
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as in to please
to give satisfaction to
it hath gladded my heart to see thy face again
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Recent Examples of glad
Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
And count him as one of the many people glad this wild-card game is in Charlotte.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The Weselohs are glad Matuszewicz returned to the neon world to help preserve its presence in Colorado.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
And count him as one of the many people glad this wild-card game is in Charlotte.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
More:Stellantis dealers glad Tavares is out, but now concern grows for the future
Contact Jamie L. LaReau: jlareau@freepress.com.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glad
Adjective
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And Hillis is delighted to be here.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Jan. 2026
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The small-market Brewers delighted in knocking out the Cubs from the playoffs this past fall, even posing with an L flag that a fan brought into the ballpark.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Taylor was not willing to negotiate access to her autonomy and moved forward with the laborious act of rerecording old albums to regain control of them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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And there’s a growing audience willing to listen.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Sweater nails feel cozy and cheerful in the winter, especially in a shocking shade of scarlet.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Citrus Wreaths Create cheerful wreaths that lean on in-season oranges and lemons for pops of color.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Vigilante and his family lost everything, but were thankful to still have each other.—
Eric Noll,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Dominique was just thankful to have him.—
Mirin Fader,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Spicy Lamb-Miso-Cumin Ramen is killer, Kani Tantanmen will please snow-crab lovers and A5 Wagyu aburasoba (brothless ramen) is a veritable buffet of rare steak.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2026
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That means each model in the range will be built to a superyacht-level standard, showcasing the kind of top-tier materials and craftsmanship that will surely please the discerning seafarers.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
21 Jan. 2026
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The coaching staff for the Sierra Canyon boys basketball team wasn’t pleased with the team’s defensive effort in the first half against Harvard-Westlake on Wednesday night.—
Dan Lovi,
Daily News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Jesse Plemons, long discussed as a best-actor prospect, couldn’t squeeze in, but this filmmaking team will certainly be pleased this morning.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2026
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Touzalin knows this center is more ready than ever this year for busy season.—
Noel Brennan,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Guardsmen have not yet been deployed to city streets but are ready to help support public safety, according to state officials.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Even hospital appointments were overwhelming, with bright lights leaving her drained and overstimulated.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The bright blue facade is a beacon of hope at a time when many residents and business owners are still caught in the difficult process of rebuilding after the fires.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Glad.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glad. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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