fasted

[ˈfæstɪd]

fasted Definition

• 1. past tense and past participle of 'fast'
• 2. abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance

Using fasted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fasted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He fasted for three days before the ceremony.

• Example

  The monks fasted in silence and prayer.

• Example

  She fasted for a week to show her devotion.

• Example

  We will be fasting during Ramadan.

fasted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fasted

• abstained
• refrained
• denied oneself

Phrases with fasted

• break one's fast

  to eat the first meal of the day after a period of fasting

  Example

  I can't wait to break my fast with a delicious breakfast.

• fasting blood sugar

  the level of glucose in the blood after fasting for at least 8 hours

  Example

  The doctor ordered a fasting blood sugar test to check for diabetes.

• intermittent fasting

  a pattern of eating that alternates between periods of fasting and non-fasting

  Example

  Intermittent fasting has become a popular way to lose weight and improve health.

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Summary: fasted in Brief

'Fasted' [ˈfæstɪd] is the past tense and past participle of 'fast', which means to abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially as a religious observance. It can also refer to the act of not eating for a certain period of time. Phrases like 'break one's fast' and 'intermittent fasting' are commonly used in this context.