"Quixotic" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples
"Quixotic" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
"Quixotic" Meaning
Impulsively idealistic, unrealistic, or impractical in one's desires or expectations. Surprisingly quirky or unconventional.
"Quixotic" Examples
Quixotic Usage Examples
1. In Literature
"He had a quixotic notion about finding a needle in a haystack, but his determination didn't faze his friends who thought he was being unrealistic."
2. In Real-Life Situations
"She had a quixotic idea to travel the world without a plan and a budget, inspiring many of her friends to dream big."
3. In Politics
"The quixotic young politician who ran for mayor gain support from only a small portion of the voters."
4. In History
"Don Quixote, famous for his quixotic pursuit of chivalrous ideals, is a symbol of romantic and chivalric fantasy."
5. In Everyday Language
"His quixotic search for the perfect job seemed impossible, taking up to years of his life."
"Quixotic" Similar Words
Quiver
To quiver: to shake or tremble, especially with fear, excitement, or nervousness.<br><br>Example: Her voice quivered as she spoke of her first day of school.<br><br>Or, to quiver (something such as a bowstring): to vibrate or shake back and forth, often with a regular, quick motion.<br><br>Example: The bowstring quivered with tension as the archer drew it back.<br><br>The word "quiver" can also refer to a container, usually made of several compartments, used for carrying arrows or other small objects, such as a quiver for archers or a quiver on a horse's back.
Quivering
Quiveringly
Shaking or trembling with fear, excitement, or other strong emotions.<br><br>Example: "Her voice was coming out quiveringly as she told the story of her terrifying experience."
Quivers
Quixote
The word "quixote" refers to something or someone that is excessively romantic or idealistic, often to the point of being impractical or unrealistic. This concept originates from the title character in Miguel de Cervantes' novel "Don Quixote," a nobleman who becomes enamored with chivalric romances and embarks on a series of adventures that are fueled by his own imagination, often leading to comical misadventures.<br><br>In modern usage, the term is often used to describe someone who has an overly imaginative or idealistic view of the world, sometimes to the point of being seen as eccentric or confused.
Quixotean
Chivalrously extravagant or impracticably idealistic (often in an amusingly anachronistic way), as if in the manner of Don Quixote, the protagonist of the Spanish novel "Don Quixote" who retroactively sets the standard for chivalry and over-the-top romantic notions.
Quixotically
Quixotically refers to something that is done in a romantic or idealistic manner, often to an unrealistic or impractical extent, characterized by a flamboyant or chivalrous sense of adventure. It can also be described as eccentric, fanciful, and impulsive. The term is associated with the literary figure Don Quixote, a character known for his fanciful and idealistic notions of chivalry.
Quixotism
Quixotry
Quixotry is the quality of being extravagantly chivalrous or romantic in a way that is considered unrealistic or impractical. It refers to a tendency to indulge in fantasies or ideals of chivalry, especially in a showy or elaborate manner. The term is derived from the name of the protagonist in Miguel de Cervantes' novel "Don Quixote", who is known for his eccentric and unrealistic notions of chivalry and knighthood.
Quiz
Quizlet
Quizmaster
A person who creates and administers quizzes, often in a competitive or game-like context, such as a TV game show.
Quizzed
"The verb 'quizzed' is the past tense of 'quiz', which means to test or question someone or something in a friendly or playful way, often with a competitive element. It can also mean to be questioned or examined in a test or interview."<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- She quizzed her friend about the final exam.<br>- He got quizzed on his math skills by the teacher.<br><br>It can also be an adjective to describe something or someone that is skilled in giving or taking quizzes, often in a competitive or informal setting.<br>- They were a quizzed couple who always competed in quiz nights.<br><br>The word is derived from the name of a popular radio game show called "Information, Please," that was called "Our Boarding House" but when the radio rights came up for its next show or episode, the name was changed to "The $64 Question"
Quizzer