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fantastic
/fænˈtæstɪk/
extremely good or impressive
The concert was fantastic!
The concert was extremely good or impressive.
informal
extremely good or impressive
She gave a fantastic performance on stage.
She gave an extremely good or impressive performance on stage.
The food at the restaurant was fantastic.
The food at the restaurant was extremely good or impressive.
Often used to express strong approval or admiration.
Collocations
fantastic ideaan excellent or brilliant ideafantastic joban extremely good or impressive jobfantastic viewan extremely good or impressive view
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'fantastic' to express strong approval or admiration in informal contexts.
Gold Rule
Rule
Avoid using 'fantastic' in formal or professional contexts where more precise language is preferred.
Word Origin
From Latin 'phantasticus', from Greek 'phantastikos', meaning 'imaginary' or 'fantastic'. Originally referred to something imaginary or unreal, later evolved to mean 'extremely good' in the 19th century.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in informal contexts to express strong approval or admiration. Can be used to describe people, things, or experiences.
Word Breakdown
fan
from Latin 'phantasticus'
root-tastic
suffix forming adjectives meaning 'excellent'
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