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Definition of Rakishness
1. Noun. The quality of a rake.
2. Noun. Stylishness as evidenced by a smart appearance.
Generic synonyms: Chic, Chichi, Chicness, Last Word, Modishness, Smartness, Stylishness, Swank
Derivative terms: Dapper, Jaunty, Natty, Rakish
Definition of Rakishness
1. n. The quality or state of being rakish.
Definition of Rakishness
1. Noun. The property of being rakish. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Rakishness
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Rakishness
Literary usage of Rakishness
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Rochester and Other Literary Rakes of the Court of Charles II.: With Some by Thomas Longueville (1903)
"Put into plain words, rakishness and literature were the fashion at the French
court. In the contemptible endeavour to follow its fashions, ..."
2. Rochester and Other Literary Rakes of the Court of Charles II. by Thomas De Longueville (1902)
"Put into plain words, rakishness and literature were the fashion at the French
court. In the contemptible endeavour to follow its fashions, ..."
3. Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens (1908)
"Their especial interest in the public-house would seem to imply some latent
rakishness in the canine character; for little was eaten there, and they, ..."
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