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Feat

UK /["/fiːt/"]/US /["/fiːt/"]/

Definition

an action or a piece of work that needs skill, strength or courage

In simple words: An achievement or something amazing done.

Examples

  • The tunnel is a remarkable feat of engineering.
  • to **accomplish/achieve/perform** astonishing **feats**
  • That was **no mean feat** *(= it was difficult to do)*.
  • Dragging the fully laden boat across the sand was no mean feat.
  • He emulated the feat of the legendary athlete Jesse Owens.
  • He has pulled off an extraordinary feat in completing the voyage single-handedly.
  • She was capable of remarkable feats of endurance.
  • a remarkable feat of strength
  • an unprecedented feat in the history of the industry
  • physical feats of strength and skill

Usage notes

Use 'feat' when talking about remarkable accomplishments, particularly in arts, sports, or science. It’s more appropriate in formal contexts than casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

feat + of + noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'feet' — imagine someone achieving a great height with their feet.

Collocations

  • amazing
  • astonishing
  • brilliant
  • accomplish
  • achieve
  • do
  • feat of

Synonyms

  • achievement
  • accomplishment
  • milestone
  • triumph
  • victory

Antonyms

  • failure
  • defeat

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'feet' when pluralizing.
  • Using in informal contexts where 'achievement' would be better.
  • Mixing up 'feat' with 'feature' which has a different meaning.