wanted; received with, giving, pleasure; allowed with pleasure to do something; a greeting, response by word or action, when a person arrives, when an offer is received etc
gladly received
Cases of word usage
1) something (unexpected and) welcome because it is needed (godsend)
2) to welcome (a person) on meeting (greet)
3) an enthusiastic expression (e.g. clapping, cheering) of welcome or approval (ovation)
4) an act to welcome a person or to show respect or honour, especially (e.g. in the armed forces) the raising of the hand to the forehead (salute)
