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lief Definition and Meaning in English (lief definition)

adverb
Synonyms:gladlywillinglyreadily
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Lief definition: Used to express willingness or preference, meaning gladly or willingly.

Definitions of Lief

  1. 1adverb(archaic)

    Used to express willingness or preference, meaning gladly or willingly.

  2. 2adjective(archaic)

    Dear or beloved; used to describe someone or something held in high regard.

Example Sentences

casual

“I would as lief stay home as go out tonight.”

formal

“He would as lief die as betray his king.”

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