1. past tense and past participle of gladden; made happy or pleased

Examples

• The good news gladdened her heart.
• He was gladdened by the unexpected visit from his old friend.
• The children’s laughter gladdened everyone at the party.
• She felt gladdened by the warm reception she received.
• The teacher was gladdened to see her students’ improvement.
• His success gladdened his parents immensely.