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FAIN

(adverb, adj.sat, adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Fain.

How to pronounce fain:

US

Fain - as an adverb

With pleasure

Example: "This was gladly agreed to"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gladlylief

Fain - as an adjective satellite

Having made preparations

Example: "Prepared to take risks"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disposedinclinedprepared

Fain - as an adjective

Well-pleased, glad.

Satisfied, contented.

Eager, willing or inclined to.

Obliged or compelled to.

Fain - as a verb

To be delighted or glad; to rejoice.

To gladden.

Example Sentences

"He was fain to accept the offer."
"She was fain to admit her mistake."
"We were fain to leave early due to the bad weather."
"He was fain to join the army despite his fears."
"She was fain to forgive him after he apologized."
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Word Game Points

Is FAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is FAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is FAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fain is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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