Fait accompli is a French phrase meaning 'an accomplished deed' or 'something that has already been done'. It is often used to refer to an irreversible action that has been taken, such as a decision that cannot be changed. The term can also be used to describe a situation in which one party has already taken action and the other party must accept it. In the crossword, the solutions for the term fait accompli are 'FACT' (4 letters) and 'donedeal' (8 letters). The word 'FACT' implies something that is true and indisputable, while 'donedeal' suggests a transaction that has been completed and cannot be reversed. Together, these two words provide a clear picture of the concept of fait accompli.