How Do You Spell FEUD?

Pronunciation: [fjˈuːd] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "feud" can be confusing, as its pronunciation does not match its written form phonetically. The word is pronounced as /fjuːd/ (fyood), with a long "u" sound, even though it is spelled with "ue". This can be attributed to the word's origins in Old English, where the spelling was "feoh", pronounced with the same "u" sound. Over time, the spelling evolved to include the "ue" without altering the pronunciation, leading to the current spelling of "feud".

FEUD Meaning and Definition

1. Feud is a noun that refers to a bitter and persistent conflict or quarrel between individuals, families, or groups that typically extends over a long period of time. It is characterized by a deep-rooted and often mutual hostility, often stemming from a real or perceived past injustice, insult, or injury. Feuds can generate intense animosity and lead to ongoing disputes, revenge, or acts of violence.

   Typically, feuds involve two opposing parties who hold long-standing grievances against each other. The source of the conflict may vary, ranging from territorial disputes, disagreements over resources, differences in ideology, or historical disputes. Feuds often involve a cycle of retaliation, where each party seeks to avenge or settle perceived wrongdoings, perpetuating the hostility and preventing resolution of the conflict.

   Feuds have been observed throughout history in various societies and cultures, and they can extend beyond individuals to include families, clans, or even entire communities. Feuding parties may develop a strong sense of personal or collective identity around the conflict, where loyalty to one's own side is paramount, and reconciliation or compromise is often seen as a sign of weakness.

   While many feuds arise from genuine grievances, they can also be perpetuated by misunderstandings, pride, or deep-seated prejudices. Efforts to resolve feuds often require mediation, diplomacy, or legal interventions, as finding a peaceful resolution can be challenging due to the emotional intensity and long-standing nature of the conflict.

2. A contention or quarrel; an inveterate quarrel between families, clans, or factions.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for FEUD *

• fued 96.9696969%
• feaud 1.5151515%
• fead 0.7575757%

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Other Common Misspellings for FEUD

• feard
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Etymology of FEUD

The word "feud" originated in the late Middle English period, around the 14th century, from the Old French "feude" (later spelled "fue"), which meant "a quarrel" or "dispute". This French term was derived from the Latin word "fides", meaning "faith" or "trust". Over time, the meaning of "feud" evolved to refer specifically to a long-lasting and bitter dispute between two families or groups.

Idioms with the word FEUD

• feud (with sm) (over sm or sth) The idiom "feud (with someone) (over something or something)" refers to a prolonged and bitter disagreement or dispute between two or more people or groups. It suggests a state of ongoing hostility or conflict, often characterized by petty arguments or unresolved issues.
• feud (with someone) (over someone or something) The idiom "feud (with someone) (over someone or something)" refers to a prolonged and bitter disagreement or conflict between two individuals or groups, often characterized by hostility, resentment, and ongoing disputes. It suggests that the dispute is related to a specific person or thing, and can involve arguments, confrontations, or even legal actions.
• feud A feud is a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute between two or more parties, often involving hostility and animosity.

Similar spelling words for FEUD

• Vita,
• Rump-fed,
• Vitoe,
• food,
• fit,
• FATT,
• Faida,
• Footway,
• FUTA,
• FUED,
• Feod,
• VID,
• Vittae,
• fatty,
• FIDA,
• fight,
• Vaut,
• rig-veda,
• feat,
• fate,
• FAEED,
• VTA,
• FTT,
• Fitt,
• VWD,
• vet,
• FITO,
• FOTO,
• fatwa,
• Vito,
• fete,
• fatwah,
• Fido,
• Fayda,
• CFS/FFT,
• VA/T/VTA,
• FEDA,
• Fytte,
• FADTW,
• Vieda,
• Viet,
• Deep-fet,
• FAAD-LOS,
• VDA,
• VATA,
• VDE/VDI,
• voodoo,
• FTI,
• HFT,
• FTW,
• vidua,
• FFD,
• FADA,
• Veit,
• Vidya,
• FAIT,
• VTWI,
• fat-free,
• Veata,
• VIAD,
• FADD,
• WPHT,
• VDO,
• corn-fed,
• fed,
• FDD,
• Fette,
• veto,
• PHT,
• Fayette,
• fahd,
• Vide,
• VTE,
• UPA-FTT,
• VED,
• phot,
• VITT,
• Ex-voto,
• Foody,
• VHD,
• Fud,
• FT207,
• Vada,
• VDD,
• WFD,
• VVT,
• Vitta,
• FWT,
• FTAA,
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• FOTA,
• Fuad,
• fado,
• FUTO,
• fad,
• Vauty,
• Feet,
• Fadi,
• FOT,
• VOD,
• fedayee,
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• FWD-FWD,
• VITE,
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• Vade,
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• FIDE,
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• Fid,
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• vote,
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• faddy,
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• foodie,
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• Veida,
• FTE,
• FDDI,
• CD/FT2,
• Fouty,
• Fadia,
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• fayed,
• FETT,
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• EIC-FET,
• VDU,
• Two-foot,
• veda,
• High-fed,
• FDI,
• well-fed,
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• FAID,
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• HPHT,
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• FTD,
• PHAT,
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• VVT-I,
• fade,
• HVT,
• FAAD/PMS,
• Fady,
• vat,
• Vaudoux,
• VIT,
• VODA,
• FUT,
• Fatah,
• FTU,
• feuds,
• VDI/VDE.

Plural form of FEUD is FEUDS

Conjugate verb Feud

CONDITIONAL

I would feud

you would feud

he/she/it would feud

we would feud

they would feud

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be feuding

you would be feuding

he/she/it would be feuding

we would be feuding

they would be feuding

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have feud

you would have feud

he/she/it would have feud

we would have feud

they would have feud

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been feuding

you would have been feuding

he/she/it would have been feuding

we would have been feuding

they would have been feuding

FUTURE

I will feud

you will feud

he/she/it will feud

we will feud

they will feud

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be feuding

you will be feuding

he/she/it will be feuding

we will be feuding

they will be feuding

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have feuded

you will have feuded

he/she/it will have feuded

we will have feuded

they will have feuded

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been feuding

you will have been feuding

he/she/it will have been feuding

we will have been feuding

they will have been feuding

IMPERATIVE

you feud

we let´s feud

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to feud

PAST

I feuded

you feuded

he/she/it feuded

we feuded

they feuded

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was feuding

you were feuding

he/she/it was feuding

we were feuding

they were feuding

PAST PARTICIPLE

feuded

PAST PERFECT

I had feuded

you had feuded

he/she/it had feuded

we had feuded

they had feuded

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been feuding

you had been feuding

he/she/it had been feuding

we had been feuding

they had been feuding

PRESENT

I feud

you feud

he/she/it feuds

we feud

they feud

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am feuding

you are feuding

he/she/it is feuding

we are feuding

they are feuding

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

feuding

PRESENT PERFECT

I have feuded

you have feuded

he/she/it has feuded

we have feuded

they have feuded

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been feuding

you have been feuding

he/she/it has been feuding

we have been feuding

they have been feuding

I would have feuded

we would have feuded

you would have feuded

he/she/it would have feuded

they would have feuded