Meaning & Definition of word "Fain"
Fain
/feɪn/
adjective:
- 1. Pleased; glad.
- Example: He was fain to share his good fortune with his friends.
adverb:
- 1. Willingly; gladly.
- Example: I would fain accompany you on your journey.
- 2. Eagerly; gladly.
- Example: She would fain accept the award if invited.
- 3. As if; as though.
- Example: He walked fain into the room, as if he owned the place.
Etymology
●Middle English: from Old English 'fægen', meaning 'glad' or 'rejoice'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fain would I:
I would gladly or willingly.
fain to:
Willing to do; inclined to.
Related Words
fain-hearted:
Eager or willing to do something.
fainness:
The quality of being willing or glad.
Slang Meanings of fain
Meaning: To be eager or enthusiastic about something.
● Example Sentence: I’m fain to try that new restaurant!
Meaning: Expressing a willingness with humor.
● Example Sentence: Oh, I fain accept that challenge!