Repast: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is often used interchangeably with meal, but it has a more refined or poetic connotation. It is less common in everyday language.

• We shared a simple repast of bread and cheese under the stars

This is a general term used for eating food at any time of the day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is neutral and appropriate for any setting.

• She always enjoyed a quiet meal with her family in the evenings

A feast is a large, lavish meal that is typically associated with celebrations and can include lots of food and drink. It is less formal than a banquet but still conveys abundance and festivity.

• They prepared a feast to celebrate the end of the harvest season

This word describes a large, formal meal, often held to celebrate a special occasion such as a wedding or gala. It implies a sense of grandeur and abundance.

• The annual awards banquet was an event of glittering elegance