FAB Synonyms: 141 Similar and Opposite Words

fab

adjective

ˈfab

Definition of fab

as in lovely

of the very best kind that designer's new line of spring clothing is absolutely fab

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Recent Examples of fab By Tuesday, the Bravolebrity was in a much better state of mind, sharing a carousel from the what should have been fab getaway, starting with a selfie taken in an ornate hotel hallway. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2026 The chain on this pick is just so fab, giving it an extra touch of edginess and doubling as a carrying strap. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 July 2026 Toss some Frisbees, a ball or two, and a deck of cards or board game into the basket, and head out for a fab afternoon of fresh air and good times. — Holly Lebowitz Rossi, Parents, 2 July 2026 Summer is closing in so this may be an opportunity to book a getaway, find some fab beach gear, or compile a challenging reading list. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fab

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fab

Adjective

The Brasserie beside it, a continuation of the same vibe, focuses on French dishes with some good vegetarian options, and hosts a breakfast buffet with lovely local products.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The lovely south-facing casement windows in the living room are original; at the other end of the apartment is enough room for a second bedroom or office, plus a closet).

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of lovely

Adjective

There is a wonderful museum in the park that interactively showcases the landscape and cultural history of the Chacabuco Valley as well as this part of the region's ecological loss and path to recovery.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Howell and Sloyan are quite wonderful in these moments, and Howell is exceptional throughout.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of wonderful

Adjective

While the Amalfi Coast’s dirty little secret is its lack of beaches (which become jam-packed come high season), Borgo Santandrea comes with a fabulous private one—and a chic beach club for its guests.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Through the character of Señorita Rio, Renée was able to combat fascism and showcase fabulous fashion.

— Gaby Iori October 7, Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of fabulous

Adjective

There’s an excellent Anantara Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center onsite, but the highlight of the property is its 60-foot-long oceanfront infinity pool, which overlooks the entire expanse of Stone Town beach.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Mikey Madison is excellent as a whistleblower driven by love, not spite.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of excellent

Adjective

These cans offer awesome sound features like Hi-Res clarity, 50 hours of battery life, a 5-minute fast charge that can give you 4 hours of playback.

— Carlos Mejia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Technology is at the heart of facials, especially, from a skin analysis machine and facial sculpting wand to a cryotherapy mask that was positively icy—but also awesome—at -4 degrees Fahrenheit.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of awesome

Adjective

The rich collections do a great job of honoring visual traditions and explaining their connections to real people and real places.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026
Despite deep-rooted tensions between southerners and the PLC, both are in agreement that the Houthi threat is far greater than that of the other.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of great

Adjective

That delta amongst the categories keep growing and that is fantastic.

— Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
Pickleball is fantastic exercise, but the courts are hard and rapid stops and sudden lateral shifts place significant physical demands on your lower body.

— Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of fantastic

Adjective

The movie looks terrific, with DP Jeff Cronenweth returning to provide visual consistency with The Social Network and Alexandre Desplat’s elegant score feeding the tension without working too hard at it.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026
This puzzle is stuffed with nuance, pleasing crosses and a lot of simply terrific, ridiculously evocative stuff — for example, a jarring assortment of lovely trivia intersecting with some hideous ailments at more than one juncture.

— Caitlin Lovinger, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026