gleesome

[ glee-suhm ]

adjective

1. gleeful; merry.

Other Words From

• gleesome·ly adverb
• gleesome·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of gleesome¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; glee ¹ + -some ¹

Example Sentences

A gleesome roar of merriment interrupted Bart as he called out the second lot.

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In short, it is the platform of all nations, newly consecrated every summer by the rhythmic feet and gleesome voices of childhood.

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After this manner did the gleesome chat go on, now that the surly goodman had withdrawn from the scene.

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The earl wrought many ways to make him gleesome, but the king was short and few-spoken.

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Those who were at play, were gleesome and noisy as other children.

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