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escapade

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌɛs.kəˈpeɪd/

KK: /ɛsˈkeɪpæd/

noun
Definition

A daring or adventurous act that is often unusual or not accepted by society.


Example

Their weekend escapade involved climbing a mountain and camping under the stars.


Conversation
Sloth A
Remember that last summer escapade we had at the beach?
Sloth B
Oh, absolutely! It was such a fun adventure.
Sloth A
I still can't believe we camped out under the stars for the first time.
Sloth B
That was the best part! We should plan another escapade soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adventure
exploit
capade
Antonyms
routine
conformity
settlement
Root Explanation

**Escapade** → It originates from the French word *escapade*, meaning an adventurous or daring escape. The term is derived from the verb *escaper*, meaning to escape. The word 'escapade' refers to a playful or adventurous act of escaping or getting away from usual constraints.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'escape' — that's what an escapade is, a playful adventure where someone gets away from the ordinary.

Visually Confused Words
estrapade
respade
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