Fantasy Fiction Vocabulary

noun a shout or slogan used by soldiers in battle to intimidate their enemies or rally their own troops

• The soldiers raised their battle cry as they charged into the enemy lines.
• We need to come up with a cool battle cry for our team before the game.
• The fans' battle cry for their favorite team is 'Go hard or go home!'
• Her determination to succeed was like a battle cry that drove her to push through any obstacles.

verb to happen or occur, especially something unfortunate

• It is uncertain when disaster will befall us.
• I hope nothing bad will befall us.
• I don't want any crap to befall us.
• Sometimes, unexpected opportunities befall us in the midst of chaos.

noun something that is helpful or beneficial; a blessing or gift

adjective beneficial or advantageous

• The new legislation proved to be a boon for small businesses.
• Getting a ride to the concert was a real boon.
• Finding a parking spot right in front of the store was a total boon.
• Her positive attitude was a boon in navigating through tough times.

noun the act of summoning a spirit or demon

• The wizard performed a powerful conjuration to summon a spirit from the other realm.
• She's really into all that conjuration stuff, like casting spells and whatnot.
• I heard he's dabbling in some dark conjuration rituals, man that's freaky.
• The artist's brushstrokes were a conjuration of emotions, bringing the painting to life.

noun a method of execution in which the victim is drawn and quartered

verb to execute by tying each limb to a horse and driving them in different directions

• In medieval times, traitors were often subjected to the punishment of being drawn and quartered.
• I heard they used to draw and quarter people back in the old days.
• If you mess with the boss, he'll have you drawn and quartered.
• The team felt like they were being drawn and quartered by the relentless schedule.

noun a place or state of fantasy or illusion where one's dreams or desires are fulfilled

• The theme park was designed to transport visitors to a magical dreamworld.
• I wish I could live in a dreamworld where everything is perfect.
• Let's escape to our own little dreamworld and forget about our problems.
• In her mind, she lived in a dreamworld where anything was possible.

noun the tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment or engaging in imaginative activities

• Escapism through literature is a common way for people to temporarily forget their troubles.
• Sometimes I just need a little escapism in the form of a good movie.
• I use video games as my go-to escapism when I need a break from reality.
• For some, social media serves as a form of escapism from the monotony of everyday life.

noun a glimpse or sight of something or someone

verb to catch sight of or glimpse something or someone

• The detective was able to espy the suspect from a distance.
• I managed to espy my friend in the crowd at the concert.
• I espy a good deal at the thrift store.
• Through the dense fog, she could espy a glimmer of hope.

adjective Fanciful is an adjective that describes something characterized by or showing fancy; capricious or whimsical in appearance.

• The author's fanciful descriptions of imaginary worlds captivated readers of all ages.
• I love watching movies with fanciful special effects that transport me to another world.
• That story you told me about meeting a celebrity at the grocery store sounds a bit fanciful to me.
• Her fanciful dreams of becoming a famous singer one day kept her motivated to practice every day.

noun a dull thud or heavy sound made by something falling or hitting the ground

verb to fall or drop heavily with a dull thud

adverb in a heavy, dull manner

• The heavy snow caused a loud flump as it fell from the roof.
• I heard a flump when the cat jumped off the bed.
• I flumped down on the couch after a long day at work.
• The news of the company's bankruptcy hit him like a flump.

noun a very small person or thing

adjective relating to the imaginary country of Lilliput described in Jonathan Swift's 'Gulliver's Travels', or something very small or miniature in size

• The Lilliputian village was meticulously crafted with intricate details.
• Have you seen that Lilliputian model of the city? It's so cute!
• The Lilliputian cupcakes at the bakery are to die for!
• His ego was so inflated that he viewed any criticism as a Lilliputian attack on his character.

verb to roam or go around in search of things to steal or people to attack

adjective engaged in roving or raiding for the purpose of stealing or plundering

• The marauding band of thieves was finally apprehended by the authorities.
• I heard there's a group of marauding raccoons causing trouble in the neighborhood.
• Those marauding troublemakers better watch out for the cops.
• Fear was like a marauding beast, constantly lurking in the shadows of her mind.

noun a reward or recompense for a service or accomplishment

• The knight was rewarded with meed for his bravery in battle.
• I helped my neighbor fix his fence and he gave me some meed for my trouble.
• I hustled all day and finally got my meed at the end of it.
• Success in business is often seen as the ultimate meed for hard work and dedication.

noun a supernatural or mystical realm beyond the physical world

• The protagonist found themselves transported to an otherworldly realm filled with strange creatures and mystical landscapes.
• I can't believe we stumbled upon an otherworldly place like this, it's like something out of a movie!
• Dude, that party last night was totally otherworldly, everyone was having such a great time!
• Her beauty was so captivating, it was as if she belonged to an otherworldly realm where perfection was the norm.

verb to move with lively, springy steps or movements

• The horse was prancing gracefully around the show ring.
• The little girl was prancing around the park with her friends.
• The dancer was prancing on stage like a boss.
• Her heart was prancing with joy at the sight of her loved ones.

noun a full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal

verb to make a full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal

• The lion let out a deafening roar as it asserted its dominance.
• We could hear the roar of the crowd from miles away.
• That concert was so lit, the crowd's roar was insane!
• The roar of the ocean waves filled her with a sense of peace and tranquility.

noun the act of killing someone in a violent way

verb present participle of slay, meaning to kill in a violent way

• The detective was praised for his role in solving the slaying of the prominent businessman.
• Did you hear about the slaying that happened downtown last night?
• That new action movie is all about slaying bad guys left and right.
• Her powerful speech was like a slaying of outdated beliefs and prejudices.

noun a demon in female form believed to have sexual intercourse with sleeping men

• In folklore, a succubus is a demon or supernatural entity in female form that appears in dreams to seduce men.
• I heard a creepy story about a succubus who preys on unsuspecting men in their sleep.
• Watch out for that succubus, she's known for stealing men's souls.
• The succubus of temptation whispered in his ear, urging him to make a risky decision.

noun a large, heavy book, especially one dealing with a serious or scholarly topic

• The professor assigned a hefty tome for us to read over the break.
• I borrowed a massive tome from the library for some light reading.
• Dude, check out this epic tome I found at the bookstore.
• Her life story could fill a tome with all its twists and turns.

noun door (a word that is the name of a person, place, thing, or idea)

verb open (a word that expresses an action or state of being)

adjective any (a word that describes or modifies a noun)

• In the realm of literature, it is often said that a golden key can open any door, symbolizing the power of knowledge and wisdom.
• Hey, did you know that a golden key can open any door? It's like a magical tool or something.
• Yo, check it out - a golden key can open any door, it's like the ultimate hack.
• To me, the phrase 'a golden key can open any door' means that with determination and perseverance, any obstacle can be overcome.

noun a large amount or quantity

adjective great in size, amount, or extent

• The scholar had a mickle amount of knowledge on the subject.
• I didn't realize there was such a mickle of food left in the fridge.
• There's a mickle chance of that happening.
• His heart held a mickle of love for her.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

• The artist requested that the model abañeeme for the portrait painting.
• Can you abañeeme for a quick photo before we leave?
• I love it when you abañeeme in all our selfies!
• Her words abañeeme in my mind, leaving a lasting impact.

adjective relating to the underworld or the infernal regions; dark, gloomy, or forbidding

• The acheronian landscape was devoid of any signs of life.
• I can't stand the acheronian weather we've been having lately.
• This acheronian situation is really getting me down.
• The acheronian depths of his mind were a mystery to all who knew him.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things (common noun), or to name a particular one of these (proper noun)

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb or a word group, expressing a relation of place, time, circumstance, manner, cause, degree, etc.

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it, this)

• The aeaean language is known for its complex grammar rules.
• I heard that aeaean cuisine is delicious, have you tried it?
• I can't understand a word of that aeaean stuff, it's so confusing.
• Her thoughts were like aeaean puzzles, difficult to decipher.

noun a large nest of a bird of prey, especially an eagle, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff

adjective relating to or characteristic of an eagle or other bird of prey

• The eagle built its aerie high up in the mountains, away from human disturbance.
• I saw a huge aerie up on that cliff, probably belongs to a family of hawks.
• Let's go check out that aerie, it's a cool spot to hang out and relax.
• His luxurious penthouse apartment felt like an aerie above the bustling city streets.

noun a period of time after nightfall; evening or night

adjective relating to or occurring in the period of time after nightfall

• The afternight research findings were presented at the conference.
• We had a great time at the afternight party.
• Let's hit up the afternight spot for some late-night fun.
• The afternight symbolized a new beginning for the city.