Fared: meaning, definitions and examples

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fared

 

[ fɛrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The word 'fared' is the past tense of the verb 'fare', which means to get along or to progress, especially in terms of one's welfare or fortune. It can refer to how someone coped with a situation or the outcome of an experience. 'Fared' is often used in contexts where someone is inquiring about someone's well-being or the results of an endeavor. The term can also imply the passage of time and how events unfolded or were experienced.

Synonyms

fared well, got along, managed, performed

Examples of usage

  • She fared well in her exam.
  • How did you fare during the storm?
  • He fared poorly in his business dealings.
  • They fared better than expected on the trip.

Translations

Translations of the word "fared" in other languages:

🇵🇹 partiu

🇮🇳 जाना

🇩🇪 vergangen

🇮🇩 pergi

🇺🇦 поїхав

🇵🇱 wyjechał

🇯🇵 出発した

🇫🇷 parti

🇪🇸 salió

🇹🇷 gitti

🇰🇷 갔다

🇸🇦 ذهب

🇨🇿 odešel

🇸🇰 odišiel

🇨🇳 离开

🇸🇮 odšel

🇮🇸 fór

🇰🇿 кету

🇬🇪 გადაადგილდა

🇦🇿 getdi

🇲🇽 salió

Etymology

The term 'fare' comes from the Old English word 'faran', which means 'to journey or go'. Over time, 'fare' has developed various meanings, including how one manages or progresses through experiences in life. The transition to 'fared' as the past form reflects a long-standing linguistic adaptation in English that allows verbs to demonstrate completed actions. The etymology connects back to Germanic roots, reflecting the ways in which languages evolve and borrow from one another. Words related to 'fare' also appear in various forms across other Germanic languages, indicating a shared heritage. As a result, 'fared' is not just a past verb but carries with it a nuanced history that reflects the human experience of journeying through life.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,785, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.