fantasy

Meanings

• noun

  A genre of literature or art that involves magical, mythical, or supernatural elements, particularly those that take place in an imaginary world.

  - "She enjoys reading fantasy novels with dragons and wizards."
  - "The fantasy world of Harry Potter has captivated audiences for decades."

• noun

  A creative daydream or mental image of an ideal reality.

  - "His fantasy of winning the lottery kept him motivated to save every penny."
  - "The child's fantasy of flying with birds was fueled by reading Peter Pan."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈfæntəsi/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fantasy
rhapsody , symphony , reverie

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Homophones

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1. fantasy (en) : A false or unrealistic theory or concept
   

2. fantasy (en) : A person or thing that is imagined or desired
   

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Variants

List of all variants of fantasy that leads to same result
fantasies , fantasy , fantasy fiction , phantasies , phantasy , fantasy baseball , fantasy basketball , fantasy football , fantasy football/baseball/basketball , fantasy league , fantasy leagues , fantasy sports , fantasy team , fantasy teams , fantasied , fantasying , live in a fantasy world , flight of fancy , flight of fancy/imagination/fantasy , flight of fantasy , flight of imagination

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Forms

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fantasies, fantasized, fantasizing

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'fantasie' meaning 'imagination, mental image, or mental representation'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'fantasy' comes from the Latin word 'fantasia', meaning 'a creating, making, or fabricating'.

2. The first known work of fantasy literature is believed to be 'The Epic of Gilgamesh', an ancient Mesopotamian poem dating back to around 2100 BCE.

3. The fantasy genre has been popularized in modern times by authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien, J.K. Rowling, and George R.R. Martin.

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Related Concepts

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1. Science Fiction: A genre of literature and film that deals with imaginative concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, and time travel.

2. Magic Realism: A literary style that combines realistic elements with magical or fantastical elements, creating a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere.

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Culture

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Fantasy has been a popular genre in literature, art, music, and film for centuries. It often explores themes of good versus evil, love, heroism, and the human condition. Some famous works of fantasy include J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings', J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter' series, and C.S. Lewis' 'The Chronicles of Narnia'.

How to Memorize "fantasy"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a magical land filled with enchanted creatures and wondrous sights.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'wish' and remember that 'fantasy' is a type of imaginative daydream or story that explores the impossible.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'FANTASY' - Fiction, Adventure, Notions, Tales, Adventure, Suspense, and Yarns.

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