What is another word for fantastic?

Common synonyms for fantastic include howling, wild, grand, fantastical, grotesque.

What is the opposite of fantastic?

Antonyms of fantastic include terrible, awful, dreadful, poor, bad.

Synonyms for

Fantastic

Adjective / fæˈntæstɪk / Another word for fantastic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something that is very good or excellent

Synonyms & similar words

howling wild grand fantastical grotesque rattling marvelous terrific tremendous wonderful antic marvellous wondrous amazing incredible awesome wonderful marvelous terrific fabulous great excellent superb splendid phenomenal spectacular outstanding remarkable extraordinary majestic brilliant dazzling stunning

Synonyms by register

Formal

excellent superb outstanding exceptional

Informal

great awesome cool amazing brilliant

Literary

wondrous marvelous sublime

Antonyms

terrible awful dreadful poor bad unpleasant mediocre

Common collocations

fantastic idea
fantastic job
fantastic news
fantastic experience
fantastic performance
fantastic achievement
fantastic opportunity

Word family

noun fantasy

adverb fantastically

Usage note

Often used to express strong approval or admiration, 'fantastic' can sometimes be overused in casual conversation. It generally carries a positive connotation.

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