fancy Definition and Meaning in English (fancy definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Fancy definition: Elaborate in structure or decoration; luxurious or expensive.

Definitions of Fancy

  1. 1adjective

    Elaborate in structure or decoration; luxurious or expensive.

  2. 2verb(informal)

    To feel a desire or liking for someone or something.

  3. 3noun

    A superficial or transient feeling of liking or attraction; a sudden whim or idea.

Example Sentences

formal

“She wore a fancy dress to the gala event.”

casual

“Do you fancy going out for dinner tonight?”

casual

“It was just a fancy, not a serious plan.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounfanciness
adverbfancily
comparativefancier
superlativefanciest

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

take a fancy toexpression

To begin to like someone or something.

fancy dresscollocation

A costume worn for a party, especially one representing a particular character or period.

fancy thatinterjection

An expression of surprise or mild astonishment.

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