fey
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fey, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having a strange, otherworldly, or magical quality.
Etymology
From Old English fǣġe ("doomed to die"), from a Germanic root related to the word foe.
Full origin of fey →Frequently asked questions
What does “fey” mean?
The word “fey” means having a strange, otherworldly, or magical quality. In plain terms, strange and otherworldly, sometimes with an old sense of being marked for death.
How do you pronounce “fey”?
“Fey” is pronounced fay (/feɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fey” in a sentence?
Here is “fey” used in a sentence: “There was something fey about the old woman's smile.”
What is another word for “fey”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fey” include fairy.
What part of speech is “fey”?
“Fey” is an adjective.
Where does the word “fey” come from?
The word “fey” comes from Old English. From Old English fǣġe ("doomed to die"), from a Germanic root related to the word foe.
How many meanings does “fey” have?
“Fey” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a strange, otherworldly, or magical quality.