Meaning & use

fancy

adjective·Everyday

Elaborate, decorative, or expensive rather than plain or simple.

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They booked a fancy restaurant downtown to celebrate the anniversary.

She wore her fanciest dress to the gala, complete with sequins and lace.

A note on using this word

Fancy is informal and often suggests something impressive but not necessarily better in quality than a plainer alternative.

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To have a liking or desire for someone or something, especially casually.

I fancy a walk on the beach before dinner tonight.

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