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Meaning of gleeful
Having or showing a feeling of joyful and triumphant excitement
Etymology of gleeful
The word "gleeful" originates from the Old English word "glēo" meaning "joy" or "mirth", and the suffix "-ful" which forms an adjective indicating a fullness or abundance of the root quality
Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of joyful or triumphant excitement, often in response to a pleasant or victorious event
Synonyms
joyful
cheerful
jubilant
elated
euphoric
delighted
thrilled
ecstatic
happy
merry
lighthearted
playful
amused
entertained
pleased
satisfied
gratified
enthused
excited
exuberant
effervescent
buoyant
radiant
beaming
smiling
glad
blissful
rapturous
overjoyed
triumphant
victorious
proud
exhilarated
invigorated
revitalized
uplifted
heartened
encouraged
inspired
Definitions
- Feeling or expressing great pleasure or joy, often in a triumphant or victorious manner
- Having or showing a lively and cheerful quality, often accompanied by a sense of amusement or entertainment
Usage Examples
- The crowd erupted in gleeful cheers as the home team scored the winning goal
- The children were gleeful as they unwrapped their Christmas presents
- The news of her engagement was met with gleeful congratulations from her friends and family