Bade

/beɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
Simple past tense of 'bid', which means to express a wish or desire.
He bade farewell to his friends before leaving for the trip.
To command or direct someone to do something.
The queen bade her subjects to gather in the hall.
To express a greeting or a wish.
As they entered the room, he bade her a warm welcome.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'biddan' meaning 'to ask, order, or command.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

bade farewell
to say goodbye
bade him come
to invite or order him to come

Related Words

bid
to make an offer, especially in an auction context.
bidding
the act of offering a price for something, especially in an auction.

Slang Meanings

to give a command or to place an order.
When he bade her to sit, she obeyed without hesitation.