fanciness

noun

Definition of fancinessnext
as in opulence

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Recent Examples of fanciness The perfect occasion for fanciness? — Midwest Living, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fanciness
  1. opulence
  2. richness
  3. extravagance
  4. magnificence
  5. sumptuousness
  6. ornamentation
  7. adornment
  8. decoration
Noun
  • Tassel accents make a great outfit anchor; what once adorned the home brings elegance and opulence to your wardrobe.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • For families While Hôtel Royal’s opulence certainly doesn’t lean into the traditional vision of a family-friendly hotel, their thoughtful amenities sure do.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of opulence
Noun
  • The result is a texture and richness that can’t be replicated with modern equipment.
    — Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
  • But there’s a lot more richness here than what Marvel might highlight through its popular Spider-Man franchise.
    — Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of richness
Noun
  • For rooms, the ADA Studio Coastline View room is 816 square feet of glorious view with a king-sized bed, spacious bathroom, and private patio for the ultimate in extravagance and ease.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
  • Rather than overwhelming diners with extravagance, each course builds thoughtfully toward the next.
    — Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of extravagance
Noun
  • Upon being asked to bend the knee, Aegon delivers a fiery speech asserting his magnificence.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Without Trail Ridge, the Okefenokee would cease to exist in its present magnificence.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of magnificence
Noun
  • Each of the Maisons is represented via artifacts that tell their unique stories of sumptuousness and cultural dialogue that helped shape diplomacy, identity, and popular culture.
    — Nancy Olson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
  • In the sumptuousness of the bibliophile’s parlor, studying Black history occasioned reverent, joyous gatherings.
    — Laura E. Helton, Literary Hub, 20 Apr. 2026
Definition of sumptuousness
Noun
  • Clad in pine paneling, the cabins go light on ornamentation, instead emphasizing the surrounding landscape.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • Master model designer Milan Madge incorporated metallic gold elements and raised textures to capture the original's rich ornamentation and depth.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Noun
  • The adornments will include traditional dress, crafts, pottery, baskets, blankets, posters or anything the decorators choose to show off about their heritage.
    — Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The look was completed with custom boots with a slouchy shaft and buckle adornments from vegan Korean accessories brand Stand Oil.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
Definition of adornment
Noun
  • When Brasden opened the door, she was met with a room filled with pink balloons, photos, decorations and food.
    — Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026
  • In Target, she’d be queried about where to find the Christmas decorations.
    — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of decoration

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