Grandfather smiled.

Meaning: This means that an older, respected person showed happiness. It's like saying, The elderly man was happy.

Choice of Words: Grandfather is a family member, the father of a parent. Smiled is a verb that means to show happiness by turning up the corners of the mouth. In this context, the word 'Grandfather' is replaced with a more general term to make it applicable to everyone.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Grandfather smiled at the child.
• Grandfather smiled happily while telling stories to his grandchildren.
• Grandfather smiled warmly at the little girl.
• Grandfather tells stories to grandchildren.
• Grandfather reads bedtime story to grandson.
• Grandfather tells stories at night.
• Grandfather reads stories every night.
• Grandfather tells interesting stories to grandchildren.
• The old grandfather clock ticked loudly in the silence.
• Grandfather's tales sparked imagination.