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Fantasia: meaning, definitions and examples

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fantasia

 

[ fænˈteɪziə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

artistic creation

Fantasia is a musical composition that is free in form and often improvisational in nature. It allows the composer to explore various themes and ideas without being confined to a specific structure. This genre has its roots in the Renaissance and has been used by composers to express their creativity and imagination. It often blends different styles and influences, making it a unique and personal expression of the artist's vision.

Synonyms

creation, expression, improvisation

Examples of usage

  • A beautiful fantasia inspired by nature.
  • The pianist played an enchanting fantasia.
  • Her painting was a vivid fantasia of colors.
  • The composer created a fantasia for the orchestra.
Context #2 | Noun

fantasy realm

Fantasia can also refer to a fantastical or dreamlike realm, often filled with imaginative and surreal elements. It represents a world where creativity knows no bounds and the impossible becomes possible. This concept is widely used in literature, film, and art to depict settings that evoke wonder and enchantment.

Synonyms

dreamscape, fantasy, wonderland

Examples of usage

  • The story unfolds in a magical fantasia.
  • The movie transported viewers to a vibrant fantasia.
  • Children love to explore the fantasy of a bright fantasia.
  • Her fantasies created a beautiful fantasia in her mind.

Translations

Translations of the word "fantasia" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fantasia

🇮🇳 कल्पना

🇩🇪 Phantasie

🇮🇩 fantasi

🇺🇦 фантазія

🇵🇱 fantazja

🇯🇵 ファンタジー

🇫🇷 fantaisie

🇪🇸 fantasía

🇹🇷 hayal

🇰🇷 환상

🇸🇦 خيال

🇨🇿 fantazie

🇸🇰 fantázia

🇨🇳 幻想

🇸🇮 fantazija

🇮🇸 fantasía

🇰🇿 фантазия

🇬🇪 ფანტაზია

🇦🇿 fantaziya

🇲🇽 fantasía

Etymology

The term 'fantasia' originates from the Italian word 'fantasia', which means 'imagination' or 'fantasy'. Its roots can be traced back to the Late Latin word 'fantasia', derived from the Greek word 'phantasia', meaning 'appearance' or 'imagination'. The word has evolved through the centuries, and by the Renaissance, it was often used in music and art to describe freeform compositions and imaginative works. In music, it became associated with composers such as Bach and Mozart, who used the term to describe their innovative, free-flowing pieces. Over time, 'fantasia' expanded beyond music to encompass broader notions of creativity and imagination in various art forms, becoming synonymous with dreamlike and fantastical realms.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,691 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.