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fasted

 

[ fæstɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Fasted is the simple past tense of the verb 'fast', which refers to the act of abstaining from all or some kinds of food or drink for a set period. It often has spiritual, health, or religious motives.

Synonyms

abstained, refrained

Examples of usage

  • She fasted for 24 hours to cleanse her body.
  • They fasted before the important ritual.
  • He had fasted during Ramadan last year.
  • Many people fasted for health benefits.

Translations

Translations of the word "fasted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jejuado

🇮🇳 उपवासी

🇩🇪 gefastet

🇮🇩 berpuasa

🇺🇦 постив

🇵🇱 pościł

🇯🇵 断食した

🇫🇷 jeûné

🇪🇸 ayunado

🇹🇷 oruçlu

🇰🇷 단식한

🇸🇦 صائم

🇨🇿 půstící

🇸🇰 postil

🇨🇳 禁食了

🇸🇮 postil

🇮🇸 fastaður

🇰🇿 орашта

🇬🇪 მარხული

🇦🇿 oruclu

🇲🇽 ayunado

Etymology

The word 'fast' originates from the Old English 'fæstan', which means 'to hold firmly' or 'to fasten'. The term was commonly used in the context of a moral or religious obligation to abstain from food, especially during significant events or periods in religious calendars. The practice of fasting dates back to ancient cultures and religions, with many believing that it has spiritual benefits, clears the mind, and brings one closer to the divine. Over time, the practice of fasting has evolved and diversified across cultures, leading to various interpretations and methods, such as intermittent fasting, which is popular in modern health and diet discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,557, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.