Fantasy Adventure Vocabulary

noun a genre of imaginative fiction involving magic and adventure, especially in a setting other than the real world

verb to imagine fanciful or extravagant things

adjective relating to or characteristic of fantasy

• The novel is a work of fantasy, filled with magical creatures and enchanted lands.
• I love getting lost in a good fantasy book with dragons and wizards.
• That movie was so fantasy, it was like totally unrealistic but still fun to watch.
• Her dreams of becoming a famous actress were just a fantasy that never came true.

noun a broad piece of armor, varying widely in form and size, carried apart from the body, usually on the left arm, as a defense against swords, lances, arrows, etc.

verb to protect or defend with or as if with a shield

• The knight held up his shield to protect himself from the enemy's sword.
• Make sure you bring a shield if you're going to play paintball.
• I always use my phone as a shield when I don't want to talk to someone.
• Her sense of humor acted as a shield against the harsh realities of life.

verb to engage in exciting or risky activities, especially in unfamiliar places

• The group of hikers set out on their adventuring expedition in the mountains.
• We're going adventuring in the woods this weekend, wanna join?
• Let's go adventuring and see where the day takes us!
• Embarking on new career opportunities is like adventuring into the unknown.