glad

Happy because something good has happened or because you like a situation.

• I'm glad you're here.
• She was glad to hear the news.
• Are you glad that you moved here?

How to use it: glad that… (I'm glad that you arrived safely.); glad to do something (She was glad to see her old friend.); glad about something (He's glad about the result.)

Similar words: happy, pleased, delighted

Opposites: sorry, unhappy

Common phrases: glad to hear, glad about something, glad you're here

Willing and happy to do something for someone.

• I'd be glad to help.
• She was glad to answer our questions.
• We'll be glad to show you around.

How to use it: be glad to do something (I'd be glad to carry your bag.)

Similar words: willing, happy

Opposites: unwilling, reluctant

Common phrases: glad to help, glad to assist