fete
4 synonyms for fete, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A public festival or fair, often held to raise money for charity.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A public festival or fair, often held to raise money for charity.
“The village fete had a cake stand and a tombola.”
2. verb
To honor or celebrate someone with a special occasion.
“The retiring coach was feted at a dinner in his name.”
How to use fete
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
village fete
feted as a hero
Etymology
From French fête ("feast, celebration"); a doublet of feast and fiesta.
Full origin of fete →Frequently asked questions
What does “fete” mean?
The word “fete” means a public festival or fair, often held to raise money for charity. In plain terms, a festival or celebration, or to celebrate someone publicly.
How do you pronounce “fete”?
“Fete” is pronounced fayt (/feɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “fete” in a sentence?
Here is “fete” used in a sentence: “The village fete had a cake stand and a tombola.”
What part of speech is “fete”?
Depending on how it is used, “fete” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “fete” come from?
The word “fete” comes from French. From French fête ("feast, celebration"); a doublet of feast and fiesta.
How many meanings does “fete” have?
“Fete” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a public festival or fair, often held to raise money for charity.
