fantasy
n. C / Un. a type of story that includes magic, imaginary worlds, and creatures that do not exist in real life. It can also mean a dream or idea you have about something you want to happen.
n. a genre of imaginative fiction involving magic and supernatural elements, often set in a secondary world. Also refers to the mental faculty or activity of imagining improbable or impossible scenarios.
She loves reading epic fantasy novels about dragons.
The film blends gritty realism with moments of pure fantasy to show the child's inner world.
While some critics dismiss the genre as mere escapism, modern fantasy often serves as a sophisticated vehicle for exploring complex sociopolitical themes through the lens of myth.
Uncountable when referring to the genre or the general act of imagining; countable when referring to a specific dream or story.