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Fancily: meaning, definitions and examples

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fancily

 

[ ˈfæn.sɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of doing

Fancily means in a manner that is elaborate, extravagant, or showy. It is often used to describe actions or appearances that are adorned with excessive detail or decoration. When someone does something fancily, they are typically showcasing a level of elegance or sophistication that is above the ordinary. The term can apply to clothing, decor, events, and various expressions of style.

Synonyms

elegantly, extravagantly, ornately, stylishly

Examples of usage

  • She dressed fancily for the gala.
  • The cake was decorated fancily for the wedding.
  • He spoke fancily to impress his audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "fancily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 elegantemente

🇮🇳 शानदार तरीके से

🇩🇪 elegant

🇮🇩 dengan anggun

🇺🇦 елегантно

🇵🇱 elegancko

🇯🇵 豪華に (gōka ni)

🇫🇷 avec élégance

🇪🇸 elegantemente

🇹🇷 şık bir şekilde

🇰🇷 우아하게 (uahage)

🇸🇦 بأناقة (bi'anaqa)

🇨🇿 elegantně

🇸🇰 elegantne

🇨🇳 优雅地 (yōuyǎ de)

🇸🇮 elegantno

🇮🇸 fagurt

🇰🇿 сәнді (sändi)

🇬🇪 ელეგანტურად (eleganturad)

🇦🇿 zərif şəkildə

🇲🇽 elegantemente

Etymology

The word 'fancily' originates from the adjective 'fancy', which comes from the Middle English 'fancy' or 'fancie', meaning 'imagination, fantasy.' This in turn traces back to the Old French 'fançois', meaning 'to make appear' or 'to imagine,' from the root 'fan', which signifies to create or produce. The transition of 'fancy' from a noun to an adjective and then to an adverbial form reflects the evolution of its usage in English, particularly during the 15th century when the concept of imagination began to intertwine with artistic expression. Over time, 'fancily' has come to embody an appreciation for aesthetic embellishments and elaborate presentations, reflecting a cultural tendency to celebrate opulence and creativity in various forms of expression.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,316, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.