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fancied.

Existing only in the fancy (“imagination”) or by social convention; imaginary, imagined; supposed; perceived rather than real.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˈfænsɪd/General-American, Received-Pronunciation
  1. Existing only in the fancy (“imagination”) or by social convention; imaginary, imagined; supposed; perceived rather than real.

    not-comparable
    The plant was named for its fancied resemblance to a Roman spear.
  2. Organized, or (especially of attire) designed, to suit one's fancy or whim.

    not-comparable
  3. Having a fancy (“inclination, liking, or love”) for; desired, favourite.

    not-comparable
  4. Predicted to win or succeed.

    not-comparable
    the fancied team in the tournament
  5. Designed in an artistic manner.

    not-comparable · obsolete
Where this word comes from

From fancy (“to have a fancy for, like; to imagine, suppose”) + -ed.

verb/ˈfænsɪd/General-American, Received-Pronunciation
  1. simple past and past participle of fancy

    form-of · participle · past
Where this word comes from

From fancy (“to have a fancy for, like; to imagine, suppose”) + -ed.

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