'Quixotism' definitions:
Definition of 'quixotism'
(from WordNet)
noun
Quixotic (romantic and impractical) behavior [syn: knight errantry, quixotism]
Definition of 'Quixotism'
From: GCIDE
- Quixotism \Quix"ot*ism\ (kw[i^]ks"[o^]t*[i^]z'm), n. 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. See quixotic. [1913 Webster]