madcap

Meanings

• adjective, noun

  A person who acts in a foolishly impulsive and excessively energetic way.

  - "His madcap antics entertained the entire party."
  - "She was known for her madcap ideas and fearless approach to life."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with madcap
map , cap , clap , tap

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Variants

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madcap , madcaps

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Etymology

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Derived from the English adjective 'mad' meaning insane, and the noun 'cap' meaning head. Originally used to describe someone who behaved in an uncontrollably foolish or eccentric manner.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'madcap' was popularized in the early 20th century.

2. The word 'madcap' has also been used to describe extreme sports or activities.

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Related Concepts

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1. eccentric: A person who behaves in a way that deviates from the norm, often in a quirky or unusual way.

2. foolish: Acting in a way that is not sensible or wise.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'madcap' has been used to describe characters who exhibit unpredictable and energetic behavior, often for comedic effect. For example, in the novel 'Three Men in a Boat' by Jerome K. Jerome, the characters Harris, George, and J., who embark on a boating trip, are described as madcap in their antics and adventures.

How to Memorize "madcap"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person behaving in an uncontrollably foolish or eccentric manner. Imagine them doing something impulsive and energetic.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'madcap' with the phrase 'Making A Daring and Crazy Acts'.

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