Fancied - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Fancied means imagined or believed something to be true, often without strong evidence. It can also describe a liking or preference for someone or something, though sometimes temporary.
Definition:
Imagined or believed to be true, often without solid evidence.
Synonyms:
imagined, supposed, presumed, assumed
Part of Speech:
adjective, verb (past tense)
Antonyms:
real, actual
Common Collocations:
fancied idea, fancied notion, fancied resemblance
Derivatives:
fancies, fancying
Usage Tips:
Use "fancied" to describe something imagined or believed but not necessarily real.
Common Phrases:
fancied oneself, fancied a chance, fancied a notion
Etymology:
Derived from Middle English "fantasy," meaning imagination or illusion.
Examples:
- 1. She fancied she heard footsteps in the dark hallway.
- 2. He fancied himself a great artist despite his lack of training.
- 3. They fancied the idea of traveling the world together.
- 4. The child fancied there was a monster under the bed.