Gladsomely

Part of speech: adverb

Definitions

1. With an approach that showcases exuberant joy and brightness
2. In a fashion that reflects a spirited sense of happiness and delight
3. Expressing happiness and lively cheerfulness in an animated way

Etymology: "Gladsomely" is simply "gladsome" with the adverb ending "-ly" attached. "Gladsome" is itself built from "glad" plus the suffix "-some," which in Old English meant "characterized by" or "tending to," as in "lonesome" or "handsome." So the adverb describes doing something in a manner full of gladness. Because the word is a straightforward formation from existing parts, its meaning follows directly from its pieces: "glad" supplies the cheer, "-some" supplies the sense of being full of it, and "-ly" turns the whole thing into a description of manner. The result is a word for acting with visible, lively delight rather than merely feeling pleased inside.

Synonyms: cheerfully, joyfully, happily, delightedly, merrily

Antonyms: sadly, miserably, unhappily, sorrowfully, dejectedly