fêter

Word: fêter

Meaning:
"Fêter" is a French verb meaning to celebrate or to party. It is used when referring to the act of honoring an event, achievement, or special occasion, often with festivities.

Usage:

• To celebrate a birthday: fêter un anniversaire
• To celebrate New Year's Eve: fêter le Nouvel An

Parts:

• This verb comes from the noun "fête," which means party or festival.
• The verb is a regular -ER verb in French and conjugates accordingly (e.g., je fête, tu fêtes, il/elle fête).

Synonyms:

• célébrer (to celebrate)
• commémorer (to commemorate, though more formal and often for remembrance)
• festoyer (to feast or make merry)

Antonyms:

• Ignorer (to ignore, in the sense of not celebrating)
• négliger (to neglect)

Additional notes:
"Fêter" can be used in both formal and informal contexts, from birthdays and holidays to honoring important milestones like winning a prize or a wedding anniversary.