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Meaning of Feast

A large meal typically celebrating a special occasion.

In simple words: A big meal with lots of food.

Feast in a sentence

  • The family gathered to enjoy a grand feast for Thanksgiving.
  • During the festival, we feasted on delicious local cuisine.
  • The king hosted a lavish feast for his guests.
  • They feasted on roasted meats and sweet desserts at the celebration.
  • A feast was held in honor of the heroes from the battle.

How to use Feast

Used for special occasions. More formal than 'meal'. Suitable for celebrations, but less common in daily conversations.

Grammar pattern

feast + on/object

Memory hint

Feast sounds like 'feast-ival', imagine a grand festival with lots of delicious food.

Related words

Collocations with Feast

  • feast on
  • lavish feast
  • feast day
  • celebratory feast

Synonyms for Feast

Opposites of Feast

Common mistakes with Feast

  • Confused with 'fast' - a feast is about eating, while a fast is about not eating.
  • Using 'feast' with non-food items - it typically refers to food.
  • Overusing 'feast' for regular meals - it's for large, special events.

Compare Feast with Celebration, Spread

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Frequently asked questions about Feast

What does Feast mean?

A big meal with lots of food.

What is the definition of Feast?

A large meal typically celebrating a special occasion.

How do you use Feast in a sentence?

The family gathered to enjoy a grand feast for Thanksgiving.

Can you give another example of Feast?

During the festival, we feasted on delicious local cuisine.

What are synonyms for Feast?

Common alternatives include banquet, feast day, celebration, spread.

What is the opposite of Feast?

Opposite meanings include fast, starvation, hunger.

What words go with Feast?

It commonly pairs with feast on, lavish feast, feast day, celebratory feast.

What are common mistakes when using Feast?

Confused with 'fast' - a feast is about eating, while a fast is about not eating. Using 'feast' with non-food items - it typically refers to food. Overusing 'feast' for regular meals - it's for large, special events.

How do you pronounce Feast?

US: //fiːst//, UK: //fiːst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Feast?

Used for special occasions. More formal than 'meal'. Suitable for celebrations, but less common in daily conversations.