Associations to the word «Fain»

Wiktionary

FAIN, adjective. (archaic) Well-pleased; glad; apt; wont; fond; inclined.
FAIN, adjective. (archaic) Satisfied; contented.
FAIN, adverb. (archaic) With joy; gladly.
FAIN, verb. (archaic) To be delighted or glad; to rejoice
FAIN, verb. (archaic) To gladden

Dictionary definition

FAIN, adverb. In a willing manner; "this was gladly agreed to"; "I would fain do it".
FAIN, adjective. Having made preparations; "prepared to take risks".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy