fared

VERB

get along; turn out

Synonyms

STRONGEST

handle happen manage prosper prove

STRONG

advance do go hie journey pass proceed progress shift stagger

WEAK

get by get on make headway make out muddle through

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail mismanage

STRONG

decrease halt lose retreat retrogress stay stop wait

Example Sentences

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Only France has fared better in the last two tournaments.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

Netflix’s stock hasn’t fared well since the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings on April 16.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Harnett then walked investors through four historical examples that showed how markets have fared after previous crashes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

In addition, the jobs market, while relatively stable, has fared better for those who have a job than those searching for one.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Wang Lung stared at him awhile and then in compassion he said suddenly, “Now you have fared worse than we and what have you eaten?”

From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck