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Feted: meaning, definitions and examples

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feted

 

[ ˈfɛtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

celebrated occasion

To be feted means to be honored or celebrated in a formal or extravagant manner. This often involves public recognition, festivities, or even a party in the person's honor. Feting someone typically occurs during significant milestones, achievements, or events when an individual is particularly noteworthy. It is a way to acknowledge someone's contributions or successes publicly and joyously.

Synonyms

applauded, celebrated, commemorated, honored, recognized

Examples of usage

  • She was feted at a gala for her contributions to science.
  • The author was feted during the book launch event.
  • Upon winning the championship, the team was feted by the city.
  • He felt appreciated when he was feted by his colleagues.

Translations

Translations of the word "feted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 festejado

🇮🇳 उत्सव मनाना

🇩🇪 feierlich

🇮🇩 dirayakan

🇺🇦 святкувати

🇵🇱 świętowany

🇯🇵 祝われた

🇫🇷 fêté

🇪🇸 festejado

🇹🇷 kutlanan

🇰🇷 축하받은

🇸🇦 محتفل به

🇨🇿 oslavovaný

🇸🇰 oslavovaný

🇨🇳 庆祝的

🇸🇮 praznovan

🇮🇸 fagnaður

🇰🇿 мерекеленген

🇬🇪 დასათაურებული

🇦🇿 şənlik

🇲🇽 celebrado

Word origin

The word 'feted' originates from the French 'fêter', which means to celebrate. It comes from the Old French term ' feste', meaning feast or festival, which itself traces back to the Latin 'festivus', signifying a festive occasion or celebratory event. The evolution of the word embodies its association with joyful gatherings and recognition of notable accomplishments. It entered the English language in the late 19th century, aligning with an increase in formal celebrations and events where individuals were publicly honored. Over time, the term has maintained its essence, primarily encapsulating joyous festivities and the act of honoring someone with an elaborate celebration.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,984 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.