Fancify: meaning, definitions and examples
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fancify
[ ˈfæn.sɪ.faɪ ]
make something fancy
To fancify means to make something fancier or more elaborate than it is. This can involve adding decorative elements, increasing sophistication, or enhancing the overall appeal.
Synonyms
decorate, embellish, enhance, ornament
Examples of usage
- She decided to fancify her plain dress with some embellishments.
- The team worked to fancify the presentation with colorful graphics.
- He fancified the simple dish with gourmet ingredients.
Translations
Translations of the word "fancify" in other languages:
🇵🇹 embelessar
🇮🇳 आकर्षित करना
🇩🇪 verschönern
🇮🇩 mempercantik
🇺🇦 прикрашати
🇵🇱 upiększać
🇯🇵 装飾する
🇫🇷 embellir
🇪🇸 embellecer
🇹🇷 güzel hale getirmek
🇰🇷 장식하다
🇸🇦 تزيين
🇨🇿 zdobit
🇸🇰 skrášliť
🇨🇳 美化
🇸🇮 olepšati
🇮🇸 fegurða
🇰🇿 әсемдеу
🇬🇪 გალამაზება
🇦🇿 gözəlləşdirmək
🇲🇽 embellecer
Etymology
The word 'fancify' is a blend of the noun 'fancy' and the verb-forming suffix '-fy'. 'Fancy' originates from the Middle English 'fantasie', which came from the Old French 'fantaisie', relating to imagination or a whimsical quality. The suffix '-fy' derives from Latin '-ficare', meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. Together, 'fancify' encapsulates the act of making something more imaginative or aesthetically pleasing, reflecting a cultural shift towards valuing visual appeal and creativity in various fields like fashion, interior design, and culinary arts.