Definitions: (1) affected with pleasure or joy; happy; cheerful; (2) wearing a gay appearance; showy; bright; (3) pleasing; exhilarating; (4) very willing <glad to help>
Synonyms: delighted, gratified
Symbol: smooth like the gleam of polished gold (German)
Fictional Figure: Pollyanna, also known as the Glad Girl, who finds good in everything and is brightly optimistic. — Eleanor H. Porter (1868-1920) American Novelist