# fic

CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fic
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a short way to say 'fiction'. You use this when talking about stories, novels, or movies that are made up.

For teachers: a shortened form of 'fiction'. Common in informal digital contexts to refer to creative writing or narrative works.

## Examples

- I am reading a great fic about space travel.
- The author posted her latest fic on the website for fans to read and comment on.
- While some critics dismissed the fic as a mere exercise in escapism, others argued it provided a vital outlet for exploring complex social issues through a fictional lens.

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