Swashbuckling (Adjective)
Meaning
Flamboyantly adventurous.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The swashbuckling pirate captain was known for his daring heists on the high seas and his impeccable fashion sense.
- With his swashbuckling charm and razor-sharp wit, the young adventurer was able to talk his way out of the most precarious situations.
- The swashbuckling exploits of the infamous outlaw were the stuff of local legend, with tales of daring bank robberies and narrow escapes.
- As a child, she devoured books about swashbuckling heroes and dreamed of one day embarking on her own thrilling adventures.
- The actor's swashbuckling performance in the period drama earned him critical acclaim and a devoted fan base.