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Piratical: meaning, definitions and examples

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piratical

 

[ หˆpฤซrษ™หŒtikษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing behavior

The term 'piratical' relates to or resembles pirates, particularly in behavior or actions. It often refers to lawless and aggressive conduct associated with those who engage in piracy on the high seas. In literary contexts, it may also describe a wild or adventurous spirit that disregards rules and norms. The concept can extend to discussions about theft and robbery, especially when these actions are undertaken by seafarers in a tumultuous environment.

Synonyms

corsair, lawless, predatory, robber.

Examples of usage

  • The piratical nature of the captain worried the crew.
  • He had a piratical disregard for authority.
  • Their piratical raids were well-known along the coast.

Translations

Translations of the word "piratical" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pirata

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคธเฅเคฏเฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช pirat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perompak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ั€ะฐั‚ััŒะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piracki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆตท่ณŠใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pirate

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pirata

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท korsan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•ด์ ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุฑุตุงู†ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pirรกtskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pirรกtsky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆตท็›—็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ piratski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sjรณrรฆningi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐา›ัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™lษ™duz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pirata

Etymology

The adjective 'piratical' originates from the Latin word 'pirata,' which translates to 'pirate' and is derived from the Greek word 'peirates,' meaning 'to attempt' or 'to try.' The evolution of the term is closely associated with the historical and romanticized view of seafaring bandits who engaged in the unlawful act of piracy, primarily between the 15th and 18th centuries. These pirates were not just common criminals but were often seen as adventurers and rebels against maritime law. As the concept of piracy transcended specific historical contexts, the term 'piratical' began to encompass behaviors that are rebellious, draconian, or unlawfully adventurous, thus carrying connotations that extend beyond the physical act of pirating. Today, it is used in both historical recounts and modern literature to evoke images of treachery, bravery, and tumultuous sea exploits.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,536, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.