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fain

/feɪn/

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adjective

/feɪn/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, означающее готовый, радующийся или довольный, часто используемое в поэтическом или историческом контексте.

An archaic adjective meaning willing, glad, or pleased, often used in poetic or historical contexts.

  1. Prepared or readyC2formalbritish

    Having made preparations; ready or willing to do something.

    ruГотовый

    • He was fain to accept the challenge.
    • She was fain to leave the party early.
    • They were fain to begin the journey at dawn.

    Synonymsdisposedeagergladinclinedreadywilling

    Antonymsaverseindisposedloathreluctantunwilling

Forms
  • fainer comparative form
  • fainest superlative form

adverb

/feɪn/C2formalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее наречие, означающее 'с радостью', 'охотно' или 'с удовольствием'. Использовалось в старой английской речи, часто в поэтическом или литературном контексте, для выражения сильного желания или готовности сделать что-либо.

An archaic adverb meaning 'gladly,' 'willingly,' or 'with pleasure.' It was used in older English, often in poetic or literary contexts, to express a strong desire or willingness to do something.

  1. Willingly or gladlyC2formalbritish

    In a willing or eager manner; with pleasure.

    ruОхотно

    • He would fain accept the invitation to the royal ball.
    • She fain agreed to help her friend with the difficult task.
    • I would fain go with you, but I have prior commitments.

    Synonymscheerfullyeagerlyfreelygladlyhappilyreadilyvoluntarilywillingly

    Antonymsgrudginglyloathlyreluctantlyunwillingly

Forms
  • fainer comparative form
  • fainest superlative form