Fabulous

/ˈfæbjələs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Remarkable or extraordinary; incredible.
The team gave a fabulous performance that left everyone in awe.
Very good; wonderful.
The restaurant serves fabulous food that keeps customers coming back.
Based on or reminiscent of fables; mythical.
The story had a fabulous quality to it, like something out of a fairy tale.

Etymology

From Latin 'fabulosus', meaning 'famous or reputed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fabulous wealth
Extremely large amount of money.
fabulous lifestyle
An exciting or extravagant way of living.
fabulous news
Incredible or wonderful information.

Related Words

fable
A short story, typically with a moral lesson.
fabulousness
The quality of being fabulous.

Slang Meanings

Used to describe something that's amazing or awesome.
That concert was so fabulous, I can't stop talking about it!
An exclamation of approval or excitement.
You look fabulous tonight!