Etymology:
The word "quixotic" derives from the Spanish novel "Don Quixote" by Miguel de Cervantes, published in 1605.
Meaning:
The word "quixotic" refers to the character of Don Quixote, who is an idealistic and impractical dreamer. It describes someone who is:
Origin:
The character of Don Quixote is a satire of the chivalric romances popular at the time. He is a middle-aged man who believes himself to be a knight-errant and sets out on a quest to right wrongs and fight for justice. Don Quixote's idealistic nature leads him to many comic and absurd adventures, as he often misinterprets situations and sees chivalry where it does not exist.
The term "quixotic" was first used in the 17th century to describe someone who was similar to Don Quixote in their idealistic and impractical nature. The word has since come to be used more broadly to describe anyone who is overly idealistic or impractical.
Etymology Latin coxa Proto Indo European kʷeks Greek κώξυξ kōkuks Meani
Etymology Old French endevoir to make an effort strive Late Latin indevotare ind
Etymology The word cocktail is believed to have originated from the French word coque
Etymology and Meaning of Consequence Origin Middle French consequence Late Latin
Etymology The word parliament comes from the Old French word parlement which is der
Etymology Latin ostendere to show exhibit Past participle ostensus French os
Etymology Greek κάθαρσις katharsis meaning purification cleansing Me
Etymology Sub Latin prefix meaning under slightly or less Tilis Latin adjec
Etymology The name Pluto derives from the Greek god of the underworld Plouton which
