fantastic

/fænˈtæstɪk/
adjectiveBeginner 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.

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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

fantastic voyagephrase
an exciting or remarkable journey
fantastic beastphrase
a mythical or imaginary creature

💡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'
suffix
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