glad
noun
any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of brightly colored funnel-shaped flowers; widely cultivated
adjective
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
“glad you are here”
“glad that they succeeded”
Oppositessadeagerly disposed to act or to be of service
“glad to help”
Synonymshappyfeeling happy appreciation
“glad of the fire's warmth”
cheerful and bright
“a beaming smile”
“a glad May morning”
Synonymsbeaming
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
