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Meaning of quixotic

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

quixotic

Pronunciation:/kwɪkˈsɒtɪk//kiːˈzɑtɪk/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Possessing or acting with the desire to do noble and romantic deeds, without thought of realism and practicality; exceedingly idealistic.

  2. Impulsive.

  3. Like Don Quixote; romantic to extravagance; absurdly chivalric; apt to be deluded.