Fancy and Showy

Fancy

Fancy adjective - Made or done with great care or with much detail.
Usage example: we're having a little get-together after the concert—nothing fancy

Showy is a synonym for fancy in expensive topic. In some cases you can use "Showy" instead an adjective "Fancy", when it comes to topics like elaborate, extravagant, ostentatious.

Showy

Showy adjective - Likely to attract attention.
Usage example: orchid plants are known for their huge showy flowers

Fancy is a synonym for showy in elaborate topic. Sometimes you can use "Fancy" instead an adjective "Showy", if it concerns topics such as ostentatious.

Nearby Words: show, showing, showily
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