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Extravaganza vs Fete - What's the difference?

extravaganza | fete |

As nouns the difference between extravaganza and fete

is that extravaganza is an event or display (dramatic, musical, etc.) of fantastic or chaotic behaviour or conduct while fete is a festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.

As a verb fete is

to celebrate (a person).

extravaganza

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • An event or display (dramatic, musical, etc.) of fantastic or chaotic behaviour or conduct.

    • fete

    English

    Alternative forms

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    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A festival open to the public, the proceeds from which are often given to charity.
  • * 1991 , Treasure Hunting , Treasure Hunting Publications:
    • The final fete of the year was held at the Plymouth Hoe on 20 July, where fine weather and crowds of people ensured much support for local charities and boosted club finds.
  • A feast, celebration or carnival.

    • Verb

    (fet)
  • (usually in the passive) To celebrate (a person).
  • * 1992 , Today , News Group Newspapers Ltd:
    • Danielle Salamon was also four when she was feted as a musical genius in 1953.

    Synonyms

    * celebrate

    Anagrams

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