Definition

Having a strange or otherworldly quality, often suggesting a sense of magic or being touched by fate.

Example

The fey atmosphere of the forest made it feel like a place from a fairy tale.

Conversation

Have you noticed how fey she seems lately?

Yeah, it's like she's in a different world sometimes.

I wonder if she's been reading those mystical books again.

Could be! Those stories always give her that fey vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Fey** → The word 'fey' originates from Middle English *fey*, meaning doomed to die or fated. It is derived from Old English *fǣge*, which means fated to die or having a supernatural quality. The term has evolved to describe someone who is otherworldly or has a magical quality, often associated with fairies.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone who seems 'fated' or 'doomed' to have a magical or otherworldly presence — that's what 'fey' means.

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