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Fairytale
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faireetayl
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Simple meaning
What does Fairytale mean?
A fairytale is a magical story.
Dictionary definition
A story with magic, imaginary beings, or a happy storybook feeling.
Example sentences
Fairytale in a sentence
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The fairytale had a castle and a brave hero.
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The wedding had a fairytale feeling with lights and music.
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Many fairytales use magical events to teach lessons about kindness, courage, or choices.
Synonyms
Words like Fairytale
folk taleUse for a traditional story passed down over time.
magical storyUse for a story with magic or imaginary events.
Antonyms
Opposite words
true storyUse for a story based on real events.
realismUse for writing that focuses on ordinary real life.
Word family
Fairytale word family
Base word
fairytale
noun
fairytales
More than one fairytale.
adjective
fairy-tale
Having a magical storybook quality.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fairytale mean?
A fairytale is a story with magic or imaginary events.
Practice 2
Which phrase is closest in meaning to fairytale?
A fairytale is a magical story.
Practice 3
Which phrase is an antonym of fairytale?
A true story is based on real events, while a fairytale is imaginary.
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