Definition

Relating to or resembling a pirate, especially in a bold or adventurous manner.

Example

His buccaneerish spirit led him to explore uncharted waters.

Conversation

Have you seen that new pirate movie?

Yeah, it has such a buccaneerish vibe to it!

I love how they captured the adventurous spirit.

Exactly! It really makes you want to set sail on the high seas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Buccaneerish is derived from "buccaneer" (from the Spanish "bucanero", meaning a pirate or someone who roasts meat on a wooden frame) and the suffix "-ish" (meaning having the quality of or resembling). The term "buccaneerish" describes someone or something that has the qualities or characteristics of a buccaneer, often implying a sense of adventurousness or piracy.

Memory Tip

Think of a buccaneer as a pirate who roasts meat, and when you add '-ish', it means having the qualities of a pirate. This helps you remember that 'buccaneerish' refers to something that resembles or has the adventurous spirit of a buccaneer.

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