Definition

In a way that is elaborate, stylish, or showy.

Example

She dressed fancily for the party, wearing a beautiful gown and sparkling jewelry.

Conversation

Did you see how she dressed for the party?

Yeah, she looked so fancily styled!

I wish I could dress that fancily all the time.

You totally could! Just add a few accessories.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fancily → It is formed from "fancy" (from Middle English *fancy*, meaning imagination or whim) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "fancily" means in a manner that is imaginative or elaborate.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something in an imaginative or elaborate way — that's what 'fancily' means.

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