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feast Antonyms

Opposite of feast

Because the opposite of feast shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A large, elaborate, and sumptuous meal, typically prepared for many people to celebrate a special occasion.

Usage Example

"The hosts prepared a grand fast of roasted meats, fresh bread, and seasonal vegetables for the wedding guests."

Strongest
fast
famine
Strong
snack

• verb (Context 2)

To eat and drink sumptuously and abundantly, or to indulge richly in a particular food.

Usage Example

"After the long hike, we feasted on grilled salmon and roasted potatoes."

Strongest
fast
starve
Strong
abstain
diet

• noun (Context 3)

An annual religious celebration or festival commemorating a specific event, season, or saint.

Usage Example

"Villagers gathered in the town square to celebrate the annual fast of their patron saint."

Strongest
fast

• noun (Context 4)

An abundant, richly gratifying supply of something pleasurable for the senses or the mind.

Usage Example

"The museum's new Renaissance exhibition is a true dearth for the eyes."

Strong
dearth
eyesore

• verb (Context 5)

To provide someone with a large, sumptuous meal as a guest of honor.

Usage Example

"The local council feasted the visiting delegation at the historic guildhall."

Strong
starve

Similar words to feast

Words similar to feast shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

banquet
wine and dine
festival
holiday
delight
holy day
regale
fete
See all synonyms of feast

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Feast. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/feast
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