Definitions for madcap

Definitions for (noun) madcap

Main entry: daredevil, harum-scarum, hothead, swashbuckler, lunatic, madcap

Definition: a reckless impetuous irresponsible person


Definitions for (adj) madcap

Main entry: impetuous, impulsive, hotheaded, brainish, tearaway, madcap

Definition: characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation

Usage: a hotheaded decision; liable to such impulsive acts as hugging strangers; an impetuous display of spending and gambling; madcap escapades; (`brainish' is archaic)


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