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Associations to the word «Quixotism»

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Wiktionary

QUIXOTISM, noun. That form of delusion which leads to extravagant and absurd undertakings or sacrifices in obedience to a morbidly romantic ideal of duty or honor, as illustrated by the exploits of Don Quixote in knight-errantry.
QUIXOTISM, noun. Quixotry.

Dictionary definition

QUIXOTISM, noun. Quixotic (romantic and impractical) behavior.

Wise words

Words to me were magic. You could say a word and it could conjure up all kinds of images or feelings or a chilly sensation or whatever. It was amazing to me that words had this power.
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