Glee

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Expressing HappinessPlay
Use 'glee' to describe pure, child-like happiness often expressed openly without restraint. SlideHer face lit up with glee at the surprise party.
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Informal ContextsPlay
'Glee' is more commonly used in casual or informal situations, rather than formal ones. SlideThey shared their glee over the funny movie they watched.
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Emotional IntensityPlay
'Glee' implies a strong level of happiness, more intense than a simple smile. SlideThe kids opened their presents with glee.