madcap
10 synonyms and 1 antonym for madcap, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Wild, impulsive, or reckless in a way that's often funny rather than dangerous.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Wild, impulsive, or reckless in a way that's often funny rather than dangerous.
“The film follows a madcap road trip across three countries.”
Opposites
2. noun
A reckless or impulsive person.
“That madcap tried to cross the river on a raft made of pallets.”
How to use madcap
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
madcap adventure
madcap scheme
madcap comedy
Etymology
Literally "mad head" — from mad plus an old informal word for "head", cap.
Full origin of madcap →Frequently asked questions
What does “madcap” mean?
The word “madcap” means wild, impulsive, or reckless in a way that's often funny rather than dangerous. In plain terms, describes a scheme or person that is wildly impulsive, usually in a comic or lighthearted way.
How do you pronounce “madcap”?
“Madcap” is pronounced MAD-kap (/ˈmædˌkæp/ in IPA).
How do you use “madcap” in a sentence?
Here is “madcap” used in a sentence: “The film follows a madcap road trip across three countries.”
What part of speech is “madcap”?
Depending on how it is used, “madcap” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “madcap” have?
“Madcap” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wild, impulsive, or reckless in a way that's often funny rather than dangerous.
