fancying

To fancy something is to have a strong affection or liking for it. Sometimes people use the word to describe someone who is acting in an overly affectionate or romantic way.

  • She fancied the dress so much that she didn't even try it on.

  • He fancied the girl so much that he started dating her even though she had a boyfriend.

Definition of fancying

verb

To appreciate without jealousy or greed.

verb

Would like

Synonyms:

feel like

verb

To be sexually attracted to.

Synonyms:

like

verb

To imagine, suppose.

verb

To form a conception of; to portray in the mind.

Synonyms:

imagine

verb

To have a fancy for; to like; to be pleased with, particularly on account of external appearance or manners.

verb

To breed (animals) as a hobby.

noun

Something fancied or imagined.

Nearby Words

fancying Pronunciation in a video