lief

• Устаревшее наречие, означающее 'охотно', 'с готовностью' или 'с радостью'. Использовалось в старой английской речи, часто во фразе 'I would as lief' для выражения сильного предпочтения или готовности сделать что-либо.

An archaic adverb meaning 'gladly,' 'willingly,' or 'readily.' It was used in older English, often in the phrase 'I would as lief' to express a strong preference or willingness to do something.

1. Willingly or gladlyC2formal

   In a willing or eager manner; gladly.

   Охотно

   • He would lief accept the challenge.
   • I would as lief go as stay.
   • She lief offered her assistance.
   • They would lief have remained silent.

   Синонимыcheerfullyeagerlyfreelygladlyhappilyreadilywillingly

   Антонимыreluctantlyunwillingly