gladden

As verbs the difference between gladden and gloat

is that gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad while gloat is to exhibit a conspicuous sense of self-satisfaction, often at an adversary's misfortune.

As a noun gloat is

an act or instance of gloating.

As verbs the difference between hearten and gladden

is that hearten is to give heart to; to encourage, urge on, cheer, give confidence to while gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad.

As a verb gladden

is to cause (something) to become more glad.

As a noun glade is

an open passage through a wood; a grassy open or cleared space in a forest.

Gladden is a related term of refresh.

As verbs the difference between gladden and refresh

is that gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad while refresh is to renew or revitalize.

As a noun refresh is

the periodic energizing required to maintain the contents of computer memory, the display luminance of a computer screen, etc.

As verbs the difference between rejoice and gladden

is that rejoice is to be very happy, be delighted, exult; to feel joy while gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad.

In transitive terms the difference between brighten and gladden

is that brighten is to make illustrious, or more distinguished; to add luster or splendor to while gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad.

As a verb gladden

is to cause (something) to become more glad.

As an adjective happy is

experiencing the effect of favourable fortune; having the feeling arising from the consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, as peace, tranquillity, comfort; contented; joyous.

As a verb gladden

is to cause (something) to become more glad.

As a noun gladness is

the state of being glad; joy.

Rouse is a related term of gladden.

As a proper noun rouse

is .

As a verb gladden is

to cause (something) to become more glad.

Gladden is a related term of applaud.

As verbs the difference between gladden and applaud

is that gladden is to cause (something) to become more glad while applaud is (intransitive) to express approval (of something) by clapping the hands.

As a noun applaud is

(obsolete) applause; applauding.