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Comparative
more fanciful
Superlative
most fanciful
1
coming from the imagination rather than facts
- The fanciful tales of dragons and wizards delighted the children gathered around the storyteller.
- The artist's paintings were filled with fanciful creatures and surreal landscapes, showcasing her vivid imagination.
- She spun fanciful stories about faraway lands and magical adventures to entertain her younger siblings.
- The novelist's writing was known for its fanciful characters and whimsical plots, transporting readers to fantastical realms.
- His excuses for being late were often fanciful and lacking in truth, leading his friends to doubt their validity.
2
unusually decorative or ornate
- The ballroom was adorned with fanciful chandeliers and luxurious drapes.
- The cake was decorated with fanciful icing designs and edible flowers.
- Her gown was a fanciful masterpiece, with intricate beadwork and lace.
- The parade featured fanciful floats with elaborate designs and themes.
- The garden was a fanciful display of topiary animals and ornate fountains.
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