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gladdened

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verb

past tense of gladden

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gladdened
Adjective
  • Walker, who died in 2023, was delighted to hear from her son but knew the voice was off.
    Doc Louallen, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The couple are delighted with the news and are very much looking forward to starting a family together.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Arms spread wide, White greeted the crowd with massive smiles and joyous shrieks before the set began.
    Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
  • This joyous tune celebrates the many blessings God bestowed upon the Jewish people during their exodus from Egypt in ancient times.
    Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • But his joyful, freewheeling creativity is thwarted by the head Piglin, Malgosha (voiced by Rachel House), who seeks the two objects in order to control the Overworld; to protect it, Steve enlists Dennis, a wolf he’s encountered and tamed, to carry them back home and hide them under his bed.
    Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The key is turning function into emotion, crafting joyful products and blending technology, creativity and insights to create standout first impressions and unique product experiences that stick.
    Nicki Sprinz, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Shore likes to use Canadian bacon for recipes that call for subtle smoke, where the lean meat is rolled or layered with a richer substance like béchamel or hollandaise and gently warmed.
    Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2024
  • Water vapor helps trap heat and could also have warmed the planet.
    Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The Wolverines were jubilant as Juda’s score came in.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Our asses were jubilant at the Manhattan special screening.
    Dan Ewen, Deadline, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Parents of college students who are home for the holidays are thrilled.
    Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
  • That's new, and not everyone is thrilled about it.
    John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The industry is surely glad to hear that the FDA, at least right now, is not implementing a ban for common dyes such as Yellow 5.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2025
  • While glad for not having off-the-field troubles as a young player, Kelce shared a piece of advice for young players: Find a life balance.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • After congratulating the pregnant women, the husband and wife turn their attention to a cheerful Aisha.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The relaxed fit keeps it comfortable for all-day wear, and the sunny shade adds a cheerful touch to otherwise neutral travel basics.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Gladdened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gladdened. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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