deed

/diːd/

Definitions

1. noun

An act or action, especially a brave or noble one.

“The soldier’s heroic deed earned him a medal.”

2. noun

A document or instrument, especially one that is officially written and witnessed, recording a transfer of property or a contract.

“The lawyer reviewed the deed to the old mansion.”

3. verb

To do or perform something, especially to do something brave or noble.

“She decided to deed the park to the local community.”

4. verb

To give or transfer something, especially property, in a document or by a formal act.

“He deeded the land to his children in his will.”

Synonyms

  • achievement
  • act
  • feat

Antonyms

  • failure
  • mistake