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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

quixotry

/kwɪksɒtri/ noun · British & US
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What does quixotry mean?

noun

A quality of being extravagantly chivalrous or romantic in a way that is considered unrealistic or impractical. A tendency to act on high-minded ideals without regard for practical consequences.

Example

"The knight's quixotry led him to challenge the entire army, despite being vastly outnumbered."

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