quixotism

Meanings

Plural: quixotisms

Noun

quixotic (romantic and impractical) behavior
A form of idealism and delusion which leads to extravagant and absurd undertakings or sacrifices in obedience to a morbidly romantic ideal of duty or honor, as illustrated by the exploits of Don Quixote in knight-errantry.

Origin / Etymology

From Quixote + -ism.

Synonyms

knight errantry, quixotry

Scrabble Score: 27

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Words With Friends Score: 29

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