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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

chimerical

/ˌtʃaɪməˈrɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does chimerical mean?

adjective

Having a fanciful or unrealistic quality; extravagantly fanciful or unrealistic.

Example

"The chimerical idea of a utopian society has captivated the imagination of many."

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