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deeds

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdidz// UK //dˈiːdz// deeds

n. actions that someone does, especially ones that are very good or very bad. People often use this word when talking about a person's character or history.

n. intentional actions performed by an individual, often evaluated in a moral or legal context. Frequently used in literary or formal registers to emphasize the significance of the act.


SIMPLE

He is famous for his good deeds in the community.

CONTEXTUAL

The local hero was honored for his brave deeds during the flood last winter.

COMPLEX

The philosopher argued that a person's character is defined not by their private thoughts, but by their public deeds and the impact they have on others.

Synonyms
Usage

Almost always used in the plural when referring to actions; the singular form 'deed' is more common in legal contexts regarding property.

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