cavalier

noun
UK: /ˌkæv.əˈlɪər/
US: /ˌkæv.əˈlɪr/

  1. A supporter of King Charles I in the English Civil War.

    1. The cavalier fought bravely for the crown.
    2. History remembers the cavalier as a symbol of loyalty during the conflict.

  2. A charming, dashing, or romantic man, especially one from the upper classes.

    1. He played the cavalier, sweeping her off her feet.
    2. The young cavalier was known for his charm and extravagant lifestyle at court.

Synonyms

nonchalant gallant flippant carefree royalist
cavalier adjective

  1. Showing a lack of proper concern; offhand.

    1. He was cavalier about the rules.
    2. The manager's cavalier attitude towards safety regulations was unacceptable.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cavalier" in English means: A supporter of King Charles I in the English Civil War., A charming, dashing, or romantic man, especially one from the upper classes..

The phonetic transcription of "cavalier" is /ˌkæv.əˈlɪər/ in British English and /ˌkæv.əˈlɪr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cavalier": nonchalant, gallant, flippant, carefree, royalist.

Example usage of "cavalier": "The cavalier fought bravely for the crown.". More examples on the page.