fain

The word “fain” has 1 syllable: fain

It's pronounced as /feɪn/

What is synonym and antonym for fain?

In the thesaurus, “fain” has 6 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for fain along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for fain

glad
inclined
rather
ready
willing
willingly

Antonyms for fain

involuntarily
reluctant
reluctantly
unwilling
unwillingly

Meanings of fain

adjective
1. Well-pleased, glad.
2. Satisfied, contented.
3. Eager, willing or inclined to.
4. Obliged or compelled to.
adverb
1. With joy; gladly.
2. By will or choice.
verb
1. To be delighted or glad; to rejoice.
2. To gladden.

Example Sentences

She was fain to accept the offer of assistance when it was offered.
The traveler was fain to seek shelter from the storm.
Despite his injuries, he was fain to continue his journey.
They were fain to admit defeat after realizing the magnitude of the challenge.
The student was fain to acknowledge the teacher's expertise in the subject.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fain, such as: glad, inclined, involuntarily, rather, ready, reluctant, reluctantly.

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