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Glad

UK /["/ɡlæd/"]/US /["/ɡlæd/"]/

Definition

pleased; happy

In simple words: Happy or pleased

Examples

  • I'm so glad you could make it to the party!
  • She felt glad when she received the good news.
  • I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better.
  • He was glad to have completed the project on time.
  • They were glad to see their old friends again.

Usage notes

Use 'glad' in everyday conversations to express happiness. Avoid using it in very formal writing; 'pleased' is often more appropriate in those contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'glad' as being 'glad you had a good day!'

Collocations

  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • about
  • for
  • of
  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • about
  • for
  • of
  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • about
  • for
  • of

Synonyms

  • happy
  • pleased
  • content
  • satisfied
  • cheerful

Antonyms

  • sad
  • unhappy
  • displeased

Common mistakes

  • 'Glad to' vs 'Glad for': Confusion in word choice when expressing gratitude.
  • Overuse: Using 'glad' too often can seem repetitive; vary with synonyms.
  • Misplacing: Using 'glad' in situations that require more nuanced feelings, like excitement.