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fancy

/ˈfæn.si/
noun
  1. The imagination.

  2. An image or representation of anything formed in the mind.

    Similar: conception, idea, thought

  3. An opinion or notion formed without much reflection.

    Similar: impression

Synonymsconception, idea, thought, hobby, impression
adjective
  1. Decorative.

    "This is a fancy shawl."

    Similar: decorative, ornate

  2. Of a superior grade.

    "This box contains bottles of the fancy grade of jelly."

    Similar: high-end

  3. Executed with skill.

    "He initiated the game winning play with a fancy, deked saucer pass to the winger."

Synonymsdecorative, ornate, high-end, highfalutin
Antonymsplain, simple, simple
adverb
  1. In a fancy manner; fancily.

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