unfancy

Elementary (A2)

IPA: //ʌnˈfæn.si//

KK: /ʌnˈfæn.si/

adjective

Definition

Something that is simple and not elaborate or showy.

Example

The restaurant had an unfancy decor, making it feel cozy and welcoming.

Conversation

I love how your place feels so unfancy and cozy.

Thanks! I think simple spaces are the most inviting.

Yeah, it really makes me feel at home.

Exactly! Sometimes less is more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

plain

simple

modest

Antonyms

fancy

extravagant

luxurious

Root Explanation

Unfancy → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "fancy" (from Middle English *fancy*, meaning imagination or elaborate). The word "unfancy" means not elaborate or not imaginative, indicating simplicity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'fancy', which means elaborate or imaginative. This helps you remember that 'unfancy' refers to something simple or plain.

Visually Confused Words

infancy

nancy