escapade — an act or incident involving excitement, daring, or adventure; often one that is foolish or reckless
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an act or incident involving excitement, daring, or adventure; often one that is foolish or reckless
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈeskəpeɪd/
Example Sentences
- Their midnight escapade to steal street signs was cut short by a police patrol.
- She regretted her shopping escapade when she saw her credit card bill.
- The politician's latest escapade was front-page news for weeks.
escapade
NOUN[/ˈeskəpeɪd/]
an act or incident involving excitement, daring, or adventure; often one that is foolish or reckless
an act or incident involving excitement, daring, or adventure; often one that is foolish or reckless
Their escapade began when they left the parade for a midnight masquerade!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Escapade derives from French escapade, which came from Spanish escapada meaning 'escape' or 'flight'. It shares the same etymological root as the English word escape, ultimately developing the sense of 'a daring or reckless adventure' or 'an unauthorized departure from duty'.
Breakdown
escape (to flee, from Old North French escaper) + -ade (a suffix denoting an action, adventure, or instance, from Spanish/French -ada).
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📝Examples
“Their midnight escapade to steal street signs was cut short by a police patrol.”
“She regretted her shopping escapade when she saw her credit card bill.”
“The politician's latest escapade was front-page news for weeks.”
“What started as a simple dinner date turned into a wild escapade across three cities.”
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