Word Entry: Fantastic

Pronunciation

/ˌfæn.tæsˈtɪk/

Definitions

• Adjective: Extremely good, impressive, or enjoyable. It suggests that something exceeds ordinary standards or expectations.

  Example: The movie was fantastic; the special effects were mind-blowing.

• Adjective (informal): Imaginative or fanciful, often in an exaggerated or unrealistic manner.

  Example: The child’s drawings were filled with fantastic creatures like dragons and unicorns.

Phrases

• “In a fantastic mood”: Describing someone who is very happy or excited.
• “A fantastic voyage”: Referring to an extraordinary or remarkable journey or experience.
• “Out of this world fantastic”: Expressing that something is incredibly amazing or exceptional.

Example Sentences

• Adjective (extremely good): “The meal at the new restaurant was fantastic – it was definitely worth the wait.”
• Adjective (imaginative): “Her stories were fantastic creations that transported us to magical realms.”

Synonyms

• Incredible
• Amazing
• Superb
• Marvelous
• Astonishing
• Spectacular
• Wonderful
• Unbelievable
• Improbable (when referring to imaginative or fanciful things)