Antonyms for "glad"
2 kid-friendly opposites of glad, perfect for writing and vocabulary work.
What does "glad" mean?
feeling happy about something Knowing the antonyms of glad helps kids write comparison sentences and understand contrast in stories.
🦓 Opposite words for glad
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How to use antonyms in writing
Antonyms are powerful in three writing situations:
1. Contrast sentences — "The room was glad, but the hallway was sad." Comparing opposites makes descriptions vivid.
2. Character development — Two characters with opposite traits (one glad, one sad) create natural tension in a story.
3. Editing for variety — If you've used glad three times in a paragraph, swap one for an antonym to vary your writing.
FAQ — antonyms for glad
What is the opposite of glad?
The most common antonym for glad is sad. Other opposites include unhappy.
Are there different antonyms for glad at different grade levels?
Yes — younger kids learn the simplest opposite first (sad). Older students can pick more precise antonyms depending on context.
What is a synonym for glad?
A common K-2 synonym is happy. See the full synonyms page →
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