Definitions
- Describing something that is elaborate, decorative or ornate. - Referring to a desire or liking for something. - Talking about an imaginative idea or notion.
- Describing something that is imaginative, whimsical or unrealistic. - Referring to an idea or notion that is not based on reality. - Talking about something that is overly imaginative or unrealistic.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adjectives.
- 2Both words describe something that is imaginative or creative.
- 3Both words can be used to describe ideas or notions that are not based on reality.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Fancy refers to something that is elaborate or decorative, while fanciful refers to something that is imaginative or unrealistic.
- 2Tone: Fancy has a more positive connotation, while fanciful can have a negative connotation of being unrealistic or impractical.
- 3Usage: Fancy is more commonly used in everyday language, while fanciful is more literary or poetic.
- 4Context: Fancy is often used to describe physical objects or appearances, while fanciful is used to describe ideas or concepts.
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Remember this!
Fancy and fanciful are both adjectives that describe something imaginative or creative. However, fancy refers to something that is elaborate or decorative, while fanciful refers to something that is imaginative or unrealistic. Fancy is more commonly used in everyday language, while fanciful is more literary or poetic.
