Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fancy

adjective, verb, noun
/ˈfæn.si/
Definition
A feeling of liking or attraction towards something, often in a whimsical or imaginative way.
Examples
  • She wore a fancy dress to the party.
  • He fancied himself as a great artist.
  • They have a fancy for travel and adventure.
Meaning
To have a particular liking for something or to imagine or visualize something in a creative manner.
Synonyms
  • imaginative
  • elaborate
  • ornate
  • lavish
  • fictitious