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fancy
/ˈfæn.si/
noun
The imagination.
An image or representation of anything formed in the mind.
Similar: conception, idea, thought
An opinion or notion formed without much reflection.
Similar: impression
adjective
Decorative.
"This is a fancy shawl."
Similar: decorative, ornate
Of a superior grade.
"This box contains bottles of the fancy grade of jelly."
Similar: high-end
Executed with skill.
"He initiated the game winning play with a fancy, deked saucer pass to the winger."
adverb
In a fancy manner; fancily.
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