fantasied
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈfæntəˌsaɪd//
KK: /ˈfæntəˌsaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is imagined or not real, often involving dreams or fantasies.
Example
The fantastical world in her story was filled with magical creatures and adventures.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more fantasied
Superlative: most fantasied
Conversation
I had the most fantasied dream last night about flying.
That sounds amazing! What was it about?
I was soaring over mountains and cities, feeling so free.
Wow, that sounds like a perfect escape from reality!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
imaginary
fanciful
unreal
Antonyms
real
practical
actual
verb
Definition
To imagine or think about something that is not real or does not exist, often in a creative or wishful way.
Example
She fantasied about traveling to distant planets and meeting aliens.
Tense Forms
Past: fantasied
Past Participle: fantasied
Conversation
I remember when we were kids, we always fantasied about being superheroes.
Yeah! I wanted to fly and save the world.
Me too! I fantasied about having super strength.
Root Explanation
Fantasied → It is formed from "fantasy" (from Old French *fantaisie*, meaning imagination or illusion) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a completed action). The word "fantasied" means to have imagined or envisioned something that is not real or tangible.
Memory Tip
Think of 'fantasy' as a way of using your imagination, and remember that 'fantasied' means you have created an image or idea in your mind.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.