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RAKISH

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Rakish.

Rakish - as an adjective satellite

Marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners

Example: "A dapper young man"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dapper11dashing12jaunty16natty8raffish16snappy13spiffy17spruce10

Marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness

Example: "A cocktail party given by some...raffish bachelors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
devil-may-careraffish16

Rakish - as an adjective

Dashingly, carelessly, or sportingly unconventional or stylish; jaunty; characterized by a devil-may-care unconventionality; having a somewhat disreputable quality or appearance.

Like a rake; dissolute; profligate.

Example Sentences

"He wore a rakish hat at the party."
"The actor had a rakish charm that appealed to many women."
"The car had a rakish design with its sleek curves."
"The pirate captain had a rakish beard and an eyepatch."
"He had a rakish grin on his face as he flirted with the ladies."
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Word Game Points

Is RAKISH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rakish is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RAKISH has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is RAKISH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rakish is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RAKISH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is RAKISH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rakish is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RAKISH has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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