gladden /ˈɡlædən/ ( gladdening, gladdened, gladdens )

• 1. 

  PHRASE If you say that something gladdens someone's heart, you mean that it makes them feel pleased and hopeful. 使欢喜 [书面] [V and N inflect]

  例：

  ...a conclusion that should gladden the hearts of all animal-rights activists.

  ...一个应该能使所有动物维权积极分子感到高兴的结论。

• 2. 

  V-T If something gladdens you, it makes you feel happy and pleased. 高兴 [文学性]

  例：

  Charles's visit surprised and gladdened him.

  查理的造访让他又惊又喜。