escapade

Meanings

• Noun

  An exciting and typically daring adventure, especially one that is unexpected or impulsive.

  - "His escapade in the jungle made for an exciting story."
  - "The group's escapade at the amusement park ended with a wild roller coaster ride."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɛskəˌpeɪd/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with escapade
cade , grave , rave , wave

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Variants

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escapade , escapades

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Etymology

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From French échappade, from échapper 'to escape'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'escapade' was popularized in English by the works of French author Alexandre Dumas.

2. In the early 20th century, the term 'escapade' was used to describe a type of amusement park ride, where passengers would be lifted high into the air and then dropped suddenly.

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Related Concepts

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1. adventure: An exciting or unusual experience.

2. mischief: A typically playful or annoying act, often involving trickery.

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Culture

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The term 'escapade' has been used extensively in literature and art to describe adventures, mischief, and playful activities. In music, the word can be found in song titles and lyrics to convey a sense of excitement and adventure.

How to Memorize "escapade"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person going on an unexpected and exciting adventure, such as a treasure hunt or a wild animal safari.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'escapade' with the feeling of excitement and adventure.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the French origin of the word: 'Escape' from 'échapper'.

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