Clues for the word "FANCY"

We've had 60 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 82 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Penny Dell Daily crossword on May 27, 2026.

Definition of fancy

n. - The faculty by which the mind forms an image or a representation of anything perceived before; the power of combining and modifying such objects into new pictures or images; the power of readily and happily creating and recalling such objects for the purpose of amusement, wit, or embellishment; imagination.
n. - An image or representation of anything formed in the mind; conception; thought; idea; conceit.
n. - An opinion or notion formed without much reflection; caprice; whim; impression.
n. - Inclination; liking, formed by caprice rather than reason; as, to strike one's fancy; hence, the object of inclination or liking.
n. - That which pleases or entertains the taste or caprice without much use or value.
n. - A sort of love song or light impromptu ballad.
v. i. - To figure to one's self; to believe or imagine something without proof.
v. i. - To love.
v. t. - To form a conception of; to portray in the mind; to imagine.
v. t. - To have a fancy for; to like; to be pleased with, particularly on account of external appearance or manners.
v. t. - To believe without sufficient evidence; to imagine (something which is unreal).
a. - Adapted to please the fancy or taste; ornamental; as, fancy goods.
a. - Extravagant; above real value.