What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fantastic
Example
The fireworks display was fantastic! [fantastic: adjective]
Example
The novel had a fantastic plot twist that I didn't see coming. [fantastic: adjective]
wonderful
Example
I had a wonderful time at the party last night. [wonderful: adjective]
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was wonderful. [wonderful: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wonderful is more commonly used than fantastic in everyday language. Wonderful is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while fantastic is less common and refers to something that is extraordinary or imaginative.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fantastic and wonderful?
Both fantastic and wonderful are informal and friendly in tone, but wonderful is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
