Definition

Feeling or showing joy or pleasure; happy.

Example

She was gladder than ever when she heard the good news.

Conversation

I just heard that we won the game last night!

That’s amazing! I’m so much gladder now.

I can’t believe how well the team played.

Right? It makes the whole week feel better!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gladder is formed from "glad" (from Old English "glæd", meaning joyful or happy) and the suffix "-er" (meaning one who). The word "gladder" means one who is more joyful or happy than another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'more joyful' — 'glad' means happy, and '-er' indicates a person or thing that has more of that quality.

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