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

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle