gladden

[glad-n]

gladden Definition

  • 1to make someone happy or pleased
  • 2to become happy or pleased

Using gladden: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gladden" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The news of her success gladdened her parents.

  • Example

    The sight of the beautiful sunset gladdened my heart.

  • Example

    The children's laughter gladdened the old man's heart.

  • Example

    The flowers in the garden gladdened her senses.

gladden Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gladden

Antonyms for gladden

Phrases with gladden

  • to make someone feel happy or joyful

    Example

    The surprise party gladdened her heart.

  • glad tidings

    good news

    Example

    The arrival of the baby brought glad tidings to the family.

  • glad-handing

    friendly and enthusiastic behaviour towards others, especially in order to win their favour or support

    Example

    The politician was accused of excessive glad-handing during his campaign.

Origins of gladden

from Old English 'gladian', meaning 'be glad, make glad'

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Summary: gladden in Brief

'Gladden' [glad-n] means to make someone happy or pleased, or to become happy or pleased. It is often used to describe the effect of good news, beautiful sights, or pleasant sensations, as in 'The sight of the beautiful sunset gladdened my heart.' 'Gladden' can also be used in phrases like 'gladden the heart,' which means to make someone feel happy or joyful.