Associations to the word «Quixotic»
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Wiktionary
QUIXOTIC, adjective. Possessing or acting with the desire to do noble and romantic deeds, without thought of realism and practicality; exceedingly idealistic.
QUIXOTIC, adjective. Impulsive.
QUIXOTIC, adjective. Like Don Quixote; romantic to extravagance; absurdly chivalric; apt to be deluded.
Dictionary definition
QUIXOTIC, adjective. Not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic; "as quixotic as a restoration of medieval knighthood"; "a romantic disregard for money"; "a wild-eyed dream of a world state".
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