Felt Definition & Meaning

felt
noun
  1. a fabric made of compressed matted animal fibers
verb
  1. mat together and make felt-like; "felt the wool"
  2. cover with felt; "felt a cap"
  3. change texture so as to become matted and felt-like; "The fabric felted up after several washes"

"Felt" in song lyrics

See how felt is used in real songs:

  • "Let me show you the things I one day felt"
    2 Live Crew — With Your Badself
  • "Everywhere we go, the impression's felt"
    2 Live Crew f/ Ice-T — The Real One
  • "But if the dance get felt,"
    69 Boyz — Booty Drop

Usage tips for "felt"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "felt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for felt to find words that pair well.

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