The Open Dictionary

rakishness

名词

UK/ˈreɪ.kɪʃ.nəs/
US/ˈreɪ.kɪʃ.nəs/

定义 rakishness 名词

  1. Uncountable

    The quality of being casually carefree and unconventional.

    • He wore a hat at a rakish angle, giving him an air of nonchalance.

    • She entered the room with a rakish elegance.

    • His rakish manner was just a cover for his nervousness.

  2. Uncountable

    Immoral behavior, particularly that of a man who engages in numerous sexual relationships.

    • His rakishness was a disappointment to his family.

    • The playboy was infamous for his rakishness.

    • She was determined not to let his rakishness affect her.