Get all the news from Country Radio stations all over the US. See their newsletters, what prized they're giving away and then a bunch of news.
Friday, May 3, 2024
Word of the Day: Fain
Can you pronounce fain?
Friday, May 3, 2024
adjective
1. Pleased or willing under the circumstances. 2. Compelled by the circumstances; obliged.
adverb
1. With pleasure; gladly.
"I'm fain to continue the online book club I started in 2020, because it keeps me in touch with friends across the country."
"He was fain to attend every remaining class session or risk a failing grade."
"Despite the rain, I would fain continue the hike."
Ads help keep Word Daily free.
Old English, pre-12th century
"Fain" is an Old English word that doesn't have a lot of modern context, but it is related to the verb "fawn." They both come from the Germanic word "fægen," meaning "to be happy or pleased." ...
No comments:
Post a Comment