intj

fie

feye

Fie (intj) means an old-fashioned exclamation of disapproval, disgust, or mock outrage, sometimes followed by "on" or "upon.". Example: “Fie on you!" she cried, feigning offense at the joke.”

intj

An old-fashioned exclamation of disapproval, disgust, or mock outrage, sometimes followed by "on" or "upon."

""Fie on you!" she cried, feigning offense at the joke."

How to use fie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old word for "shame on you" or "how disgraceful" — rarely used today except for comic or theatrical effect.

When to use it

Archaic and mostly used humorously or in period drama today.

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Etymology

From Middle English fy, borrowed from Old French fi, ultimately from Latin.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for fie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fie” mean?

The word “fie” means an old-fashioned exclamation of disapproval, disgust, or mock outrage, sometimes followed by "on" or "upon.". In plain terms, an old word for "shame on you" or "how disgraceful" — rarely used today except for comic or theatrical effect.

How do you pronounce “fie”?

“Fie” is pronounced feye (/faɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fie” in a sentence?

Here is “fie” used in a sentence: “"Fie on you!" she cried, feigning offense at the joke.”

What part of speech is “fie”?

“Fie” is an intj.

Where does the word “fie” come from?

The word “fie” comes from Latin. From Middle English fy, borrowed from Old French fi, ultimately from Latin.