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rakishly

 

[ หˆrฤ-kษ™sh-lฤ“ ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

fashion style

The adverb 'rakishly' describes a manner that is stylishly unconventional or slightly disreputable. It often refers to a charming disregard for norms, often with a feeling of swagger or confidence. When someone behaves rakishly, they stand out due to their flair and confidence, suggesting a playful sense of rebellion. This term is often associated with a certain bravado or dash that can be appealing.

Synonyms

daringly, flamboyantly, nonchalantly, stylishly

Examples of usage

  • He wore his hat rakishly tilted to the side.
  • She walked into the room rakishly, attracting everyone's attention.
  • The young man smiled rakishly, confident in his distinct style.

Translations

Translations of the word "rakishly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น com um ar audacioso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคงเฅƒเคทเฅเคŸเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schalkhaft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan berani

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทัƒั…ะฒะฐะปะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bezczelnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅคง่ƒ†ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avec audace

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ con desfachatez

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cesurca

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ€๋‹ดํ•˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฌุฑุฃุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ drze

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ smelo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคง่ƒ†ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ drzno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ djarflega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ั‹ะปะดั‹า›ะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’ๅคง่ƒ†แƒฃแƒ แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™sarษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ con desfachatez

Etymology

The word 'rakishly' derives from the adjective 'rakish', which dates back to the early 17th century. The root of 'rakish' comes from the older English word 'rakish', which means to possess a quality of being disreputable or having a carefree attitude. It was initially used to describe a spirited or lively character, often with a connotation of being slightly roguish or unconventional in appearance. As the language evolved, 'rakishly' emerged as the adverbial form, denoting the manner of acting or dressing in a rakish way, embodying a breezy disregard for conventionality. Over the years, the term has been embraced in literature and popular culture to characterize individuals who exude a strikingly bold presence, often associated with charm, dash, and a touch of recklessness.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,419, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.