Definition of Quixotism

1. Noun. Quixotic (romantic and impractical) behavior.

Exact synonyms: Knight Errantry
Generic synonyms: Idealism

Definition of Quixotism

1. n. That form of 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.

Definition of Quixotism

1. Noun. That form of 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. ¹

2. Noun. Quixotry. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Quixotism

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Medical Definition of Quixotism

1. That form of 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. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Quixotism

quiverfuls
quiverier
quivering
quiveringly
quiverings
quivers
quiversful
quivertip
quivertips
quivery
quixote
quixotes
quixotic
quixotical
quixotically
quixotism (current term)
quixotisms
quixotries
quixotry
quiz
quiz program
quiz show
quizbook
quizbooks
quizlike
quizmaster
quizmasters
quizmistress
quizmistresses
quizshow

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