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feast

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /fiːst/

KK: /fist/

intransitive verb
Definition

To enjoy a large meal or celebration, often with great pleasure.


Example

They feasted on delicious food during the holiday celebration.


Tense Forms

Past: feasted

Past Participle: feasted


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the sunset last night?
Sloth B
Yes! I really feasted my eyes on it; it was so beautiful.
Sloth A
I wish I could have feasted on that view with you!
Sloth B
Next time, let's go together and enjoy it even more.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
indulge
relish
savor
Antonyms
fast
diet
starve
noun
Definition

A large and special meal that is often shared with many people, usually with lots of food and sometimes entertainment.


Example

We had a wonderful feast to celebrate the holiday with family and friends.


Conversation
Sloth A
Are you excited for the big family feast this weekend?
Sloth B
Absolutely! I love all the food and the time we spend together.
Sloth A
Me too! It’s always such a delicious feast with everyone cooking their best dishes.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To provide a large meal or celebration for people, often with a lot of food and drink.


Example

They feasted their friends with a delicious dinner.


Tense Forms

Past: feasted

Past Participle: feasted


Conversation
Sloth A
Are you coming to the dinner party this weekend?
Sloth B
Of course! I heard they are going to feast us with some amazing dishes.
Sloth A
It sounds like it'll be a great time full of delicious food.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Feast originates from Old French *feste* (meaning festival or celebration), which in turn comes from Latin *festivus* (meaning of a feast or festival). The word 'feast' refers to a large meal, often associated with celebration or festivity.

Memory Tip

Imagine a grand celebration where people gather to enjoy a large meal — that's what a feast is, stemming from the idea of a festival.

Visually Confused Words
fest
feat
fast
east
yeast
least
feste
feist
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I can't wait to try Aunt May's famous pie again!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
banquet
feastday
repast
Antonyms
fast
famine
scarcity
I can't wait! I love when they feast everyone with their cooking.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
entertain
regale
lavish
Antonyms
starve
deprive
neglect