fancy (A2)

verb, adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈfænsi/

Definition

To want something or want to do something.

Examples

• I fancy a cup of tea.

• Do you fancy going to the cinema tonight?

• He fancies himself as a bit of a singer.

How to Use fancy

fancy doing something (prepositional phrase)

To want to do something. — "I fancy going for a walk."

fancy something (prepositional phrase)

To want or desire something. — "She fancies a new bike."

fancy oneself as (prepositional phrase)

To think of oneself as being something, often with an exaggerated idea of one's own importance or ability. — "He fancies himself as a great artist."

Synonyms of fancy

Words with a similar meaning to fancy:

• like
• want
• desire
• prefer
• wish

Antonyms of fancy

Words with the opposite meaning to fancy:

• dislike
• hate
• plain

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