low fantasy
"Low fantasy" is a subgenre of fantasy fiction that integrates magical or supernatural elements into a realistic, familiar world, focusing on everyday life rather than grand adventures.
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Definition
B2Literature
(genre)A genre of fantasy fiction where magical events occur in a world that closely resembles our own, emphasizing the mundane aspects of life.
Example
- In low fantasy novels, characters often deal with supernatural events in otherwise normal settings.
- The book blends elements of low fantasy, incorporating magic into a contemporary urban environment.
C1Psychology
A state characterized by a lack of imaginative or pretend play, often with no imaginary companions.
Example
- Children with low fantasy may not engage in pretend games as frequently as their peers.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "low fantasy":
high fantasyfat fantasyscience fantasyfantasy worldurban fantasyspeculative fiction