What does jaunty mean?
Jaunty means Airy; showy; finical..
Jaunty
/ˈd͡ʒɔːn.ti/ · adjective
Meaning
Airy; showy; finical..
Definitions by Sense
- Airy; showy; finical.
- (by extension) Characterized by an affected or fantastical manner.
- Dapper or stylish.
- Ostentatiously self-confident.
- (nautical) A master-at-arms onboard a Royal Navy ship.
Example Sentences
He wore a jaunty outfit that was all the rage.
It was probably this circumstance which gave him an interest beyond any that his companion could boast of, and attracted Barnaby’s attention. There was something soldierly in his bearing, and he wore a jaunty cap and jacket.
He walked down the street with a jaunty swaggering step, as if daring others less perfectly satisfied to intrude upon his good mood.
When he started at sight of a clean-shaved tramp, who walked with a jaunty swing
Synonyms for jaunty
Antonyms for jaunty
Related Words
Word Forms
- jauntier
- jauntiest
- jaunties
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for jaunty?
Common synonyms include pert, debonair, cheerful, rakish.
What is the opposite of jaunty?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use jaunty in a sentence?
He wore a jaunty outfit that was all the rage.
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