rakish - Meaning in Punjabi

Practice

rakish - Meaning in Punjabi

Sorry, exact match is not available in the bilingual dictionary.

13

We are constantly improving our dictionaries. Still, it is possible that some words are not available. You can ask other members in forums, or send us email. We will try and help.

Definitions and Meaning of rakish in English

rakish adjective

1. marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness

   Synonyms

   devil-may-care, raffish

   Example

   • "a cocktail party given by some...raffish bachelors"
2. marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners

   Synonyms

   dapper, dashing, jaunty, natty, natty, raffish, snappy, spiffy, spruce

   ਅਲਬੇਲਾ, ...Subscribe

   Examples

   • "a dapper young man"
   • "a jaunty red hat"

Description

In a historical context, a rake was a man who was habituated to immoral conduct, particularly womanizing. Often, a rake was also prodigal, wasting his fortune on gambling, wine, women, and song, and incurring lavish debts in the process. Cad is a closely related term. Comparable terms are "libertine" and "debauché".

Also see "Rake (stock character)" on Wikipedia

SHABDKOSH Apps

Shabdkosh  Premium

Ad-free experience & much more

Learn More

How to greet in Hindi?

This short article might help you understand the different forms of greeting. Go through these words and phrases and memorize them so that it will… Read more »

Types of nouns

Nouns are the largest group of words in any language. Understanding them and using them correctly while learning the language is considered very… Read more »

Important words and phrases in Marathi (For beginners)

Learning a new language can be difficult. But with constant practice and learning it can be easy. Starting to talk in the language you are trying to… Read more »

Read more articles »