Gladden

usgb/ˈɡlædn/
verb

To make someone feel happy.

Her good news really gladdened my heart.
Visual representation of "gladden" - to make someone feel happy

Often appears as...

  • gladden the heart
  • gladden the soul
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Emotional Impact

Use 'gladden' to express a deep, heartfelt happiness rather than a superficial joy.

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The charitable act gladdened her beyond words.
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Positive Effect

'Gladden' often implies that happiness is given or spread to someone else.

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The surprise party gladdened him immensely.
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Deep Satisfaction

It's used when the happiness relates to a sense of deep satisfaction or pleasure.

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The news of the reunion gladdened the old friends.
Visual representation of the word "Gladden"

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