fain | Definition of fain

fain

adverb

Synonyms and Antonyms of fain

by choice or preference

"I would fain not marry that suitor, my lord," the princess pleaded

Synonyms of fain

first, preferably, rather, readily, soon, willingly

Words Related to fain

alternately, alternatively, either, instead

electively, optionally

desirably, gladly, wishfully

obligingly, voluntarily

Near Antonyms of fain

forcibly, willy-nilly

Antonyms of fain

involuntarily, unwillingly