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or fête
1
as in reception
a social gathering
the heiress wanted to do something with her life other than shuttle from fete to fete
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2
as in festival
a time or program of special events and entertainment in honor of something
the island's annual fete is a celebration of the daffodil in all of its springtime beauty
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variants
or fête
as in to honor
to show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration
the returning servicemen and servicewomen were feted with a week's worth of celebrations
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Recent Examples of fete
Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
The event was the first major fete since Donald Trump took control of the Kennedy Center.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2025
Melinda Newman, Billboard, 8 May 2025
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Only two years ago, Mr. Combs was being feted as a statesmanlike visionary, a generous donor to educational institutions who wanted to build a network of Black entrepreneurship.
—Ben Sisario, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In fact, regulars’ favorite thing to moan about, year after year, is the ever-mounting cost of Carnival fete tickets and costumes.
—Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
The event was the first major fete since Donald Trump took control of the Kennedy Center.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2025
Verb
They were feted by a number of artists who had grown up on their music and many of whom had developed deep personal ties with the most successful duo in the history of country music.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 8 May 2025
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Only two years ago, Mr. Combs was being feted as a statesmanlike visionary, a generous donor to educational institutions who wanted to build a network of Black entrepreneurship.
—Ben Sisario, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fete
Noun
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Among players with at least 70 receptions last season, McMillan ranked No. 2 nationally in off-target reception percentage at 18.5, more than six points higher than the average in that category.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Test multiple bundle combinations to determine optimal reception and profitability.—
Joshua Bardell,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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The 2025 edition of DOC NYC Selects is almost here, and IndieWire can announce the program for the summer extension of the annual fall documentary festival.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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This year, fourteen of the world's best flamenco companies will perform on stages throughout Albuquerque for what is called the most celebrated flamenco festival outside of Spain.—
John Burnett,
NPR,
7 June 2025
Verb
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Nas will deliver a powerful set, and Doug E. Fresh will honor ESSENCE’s 55th anniversary with a performance of the ages.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 June 2025
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Film Forum in New York City will be hosting a special retrospective to honor the late auteur, including the U.S. premieres of a slew of 4K restorations of Kurosawa’s most beloved films.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Parades; live entertainment; food, drink and merchandise vendors; community resources; and family-friendly activities are central to all of these events.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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The International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC), one of the oldest and most prestigious annual global spirit judging events, just released the results for their 2025 event.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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This patio will have an outdoor fireplace and will enhance the home’s ability to accommodate both day-to-day activities and entertaining either small or large parties.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
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Great spot for all matches, special pre-game party for Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors June 20.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
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Other celebrities who reportedly made the guest list include Leonardo DiCaprio and Ken Jeong, according to TMZ. Many of Thicke and Geary's guests arrived early to kick off the weekend festivities.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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Today’s festivities host a global who’s who of the jet set.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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In addition, the fiesta will feature live music and many local artists in the event’s silent and live auctions.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2025
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During the days of the fiesta, the road between Trujillo and Otuzco is transformed into a pilgrimage route.—
Caitlin Cipolla-McCulloch,
The Conversation,
29 May 2025
Noun
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The staff hates Simone, Simone is having a secret affair with Glenn Howerton as Ethan Corbin, the Kell’s also wealthy next-soor neighbor, and Devon ultimately shifts from anger to concern after realizing something is very off here.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Is mutual loathing the natural state of affairs between reporters and a mayor?—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
8 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fete. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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