be glad

verb phrase

Pronunciation: /biː ɡlæd/

Definition

Feel pleased, happy, or relieved about a specific situation or outcome.

Examples

• She was glad that the rain finally stopped before the wedding ceremony.

• I am glad to hear that you finished your project on time.

• Everyone was glad when the news of the successful surgery was announced.

Synonyms of be glad

Words with a similar meaning to be glad:

• happy
• pleased
• relieved
• delighted

Antonyms of be glad

Words with the opposite meaning to be glad:

• sad
• upset

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