Fantasy Genre Terms

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.

adjective conspicuously unconventional; bizarre; strange

• The professor dismissed the student's outlandish theory as lacking evidence.
• I can't believe she wore that outlandish outfit to the party.
• His outlandish dance moves had everyone laughing at the club.
• The artist's outlandish imagination brought to life a truly unique masterpiece.