swashbuckling

Sometimes swash·buck·ler·ing

[swosh-buhk-ling, swawsh-]

adjective

1. characteristic of or behaving in the manner of a swashbuckler.

noun

1. the activities, deeds, or adventures of a swashbuckler.

swashbuckling

/ ˈswɒʃˌbʌklɪŋ /

adjective

1. of or characteristic of a swashbuckler

2. (esp of films in period costume) full of adventure and excitement

Word History and Origins

Origin of swashbuckling¹

First recorded in 1685–95; swashbuckl(er) + -ing ², -ing ¹

Example Sentences

There was no doubting that the side played some swashbuckling football under Postecoglou, but they conceded 65 times last term, to finish with a negative goal difference of one.

From BBC

Come for the swashbuckling — and the chance to learn some sword-fighting moves — but stay for the emotional adventure.

From Los Angeles Times

They believe that their swashbuckling hero can add colour to their dreams and magic to their lives.

From BBC

Dhruv Jurel is an upgrade behind the stumps, but the swashbuckling way in which Pant bats at number five is irreplaceable.

From BBC

A swashbuckling century-maker in both innings in Leeds, he only hit one four and one six in his 42 balls.

From BBC

Related Words

• bombastic 
• brilliant 
• colorful 
• dazzling 
• flashy 
• glamorous 
• ornate 
• splashy