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Fantasy

UK /["/ˈfæntəsi/"]/US /["/ˈfæntəsi/"]/

Definition

a pleasant situation that you imagine but that is unlikely to happen

In simple words: A story or idea that is imaginative and not real, like magic or mythical creatures.

Examples

  • The novel is set in a fantasy world filled with dragons and wizards.
  • She enjoys reading fantasy books that take her to magical realms.
  • His fantasy about becoming a famous musician motivated him to practice daily.
  • The designer’s latest collection was a true fantasy, inspired by dreamlike shapes.
  • Many people have a fantasy of winning the lottery and traveling the world.
  • She escaped into fantasy to forget the stress of her daily routine.

Usage notes

Common in literary contexts, often used to describe genres in books, movies, or games. Avoid in formal settings but acceptable in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine a giant fairy tale book called 'Fantasy Land'.

Collocations

  • mere
  • pure
  • sheer
  • enjoy
  • entertain
  • have
  • life
  • land
  • realm
  • fantasy about
  • fantasy of
  • the realm of fantasy
  • the realms of fantasy
  • a world of fantasy
  • mere
  • pure
  • sheer
  • enjoy
  • entertain
  • have
  • life
  • land
  • realm
  • fantasy about
  • fantasy of
  • the realm of fantasy
  • the realms of fantasy
  • a world of fantasy
  • mere
  • pure
  • sheer
  • enjoy
  • entertain
  • have
  • life
  • land
  • realm
  • fantasy about
  • fantasy of
  • the realm of fantasy
  • the realms of fantasy
  • a world of fantasy

Synonyms

  • imagination
  • fable
  • myth
  • dream
  • vision

Antonyms

  • reality
  • fact

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'fantasy' with 'imagination'—they're similar, but fantasy is often more structured.
  • Using 'fantasy' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Overgeneralizing to all types of storytelling instead of just the imaginative ones.