fairy

The word “fairy” has 2 syllables: fai-ry

It's pronounced as /ˈfɛəri/

What is synonym and antonym for fairy?

In the thesaurus, “fairy” has 59 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for fairy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for fairy

Meanings of fairy

noun
1. The realm of faerie; enchantment, illusion.
2. A mythical being with magical powers, known in many sizes and descriptions, although often depicted in modern illustrations only as a small sprite with gauze-like wings, and revered in some modern forms of paganism.
3. An enchantress, or creature of overpowering charm.
4. A male homosexual, especially one who is effeminate.
5. A member of two species of hummingbird in the genus Heliothryx.
adjective
1. Like a fairy; fanciful, whimsical, delicate.

Example Sentences

Fairy tales often feature magical creatures and enchanted lands.
My daughter loves dressing up as a fairy for Halloween.
In folklore, a fairy is often depicted as a small, winged being with magical powers.
The children were delighted to discover a tiny fairy hiding in the garden.
In the storybook, the protagonist embarks on a magical adventure guided by a wise fairy.

On this page you'll find 59 synonyms or another words to fairy, such as: banshee, bedazzled, bewitched, bogie, brownie, captivated, changeling.

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