gleefully
UK: ˈɡliːfəli | US: ˈɡliːfəli
adv. in a joyful or exuberant manner
adv. with great delight or enthusiasm
The word "gleefully" combines "gleeful," derived from Middle English "glee" (meaning mirth or joy, from Old English "glēo" – entertainment or music) + the suffix "-ful" (meaning "full of"), with the adverbial suffix "-ly." Originally tied to musical joy, "glee" evolved to denote general happiness, and "gleefully" emerged to describe actions done with visible delight.
The children gleefully opened their presents on Christmas morning.
She gleefully accepted the award, her smile lighting up the stage.
The puppy gleefully chased its tail in circles.
He gleefully shared the good news with everyone he met.
The audience clapped gleefully as the performer took a bow.