quixotic — extremely idealistic and unrealistic; pursuing noble but impractical goals
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extremely idealistic and unrealistic; pursuing noble but impractical goals
Pronunciation (IPA): /kwɪkˈsɑːtɪk/
Korean meaning: 극도로 이상주의적이고 비현실적인; 숭고하지만 실용성 없는 목표를 추구하는
Korean pronunciation: 퀵**사**틱
Example Sentences
- His quixotic plan to become a K-pop star at age 50 amused his family.
- The company's quixotic goal of zero carbon emissions by next month was impossible.
- She had a quixotic dream of teaching world peace through interpretive dance.
quixotic
ADJECTIVE//kwɪkˈsɑːtɪk//
extremely idealistic and unrealistic; pursuing noble but impractical goals
An inventor pursues his quixotic dream of building a cardboard flying car
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Quixotic dreams of exotic lands turn chaotic in reality.
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Origin
From the Spanish novel 'Don Quixote' (1605) by Miguel de Cervantes, which tells the story of an idealistic knight-errant pursuing unrealistic adventures. The word entered English in the 18th century, derived from the protagonist's name.
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“His quixotic plan to become a K-pop star at age 50 amused his family.”
“The company's quixotic goal of zero carbon emissions by next month was impossible.”
“She had a quixotic dream of teaching world peace through interpretive dance.”
“His quixotic mission to read every book in the library started enthusiastically.”
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