Synonyms for

Fain

Verb / feɪn / Another word for fain — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

willing, eager, or happy to do something

Synonyms & similar words

prepared gladly inclined lief disposed glad pleased delighted content joyful happy willing eager keen enthusiastic grateful appreciative thankful obliged disposed inclined prepared ready intending planning

Example sentences

  1. I am fain to finish my homework before I go outside to play.
  2. She was fain to go on the rollercoaster, despite being scared.
  3. He was fain to attend the concert, as he was a big fan of the band.
  4. The children were fain to have ice cream for dessert.
  5. I am fain to try new foods, even if they look strange.

Quotes

  • I am fain to glory in the Lord.
  • I am fain to grant you grace.
  • I am fain to serve you.

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