Word of the Day: Fain

Can you pronounce fain?

Friday, May 3, 2024

adjective 1. Pleased or willing under the circumstances. 2. Compelled by the circumstances; obliged. adverb 1. With pleasure; gladly. "I'm fain to continue the online book club I started in 2020, because it keeps me in touch with friends across the country." "He was fain to attend every remaining class session or risk a failing grade." "Despite the rain, I would fain continue the hike." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Old English, pre-12th century "Fain" is an Old English word that doesn't have a lot of modern context, but it is related to the verb "fawn." They both come from the Germanic word "fægen," meaning "to be happy or pleased." ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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