madcap meaning and definition

MADCAP noun

Definition of madcap (noun)

1. a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
   • synonyms: daredevil, harum-scarum, hothead, lunatic, swashbuckler

MADCAP adjective

Definition of madcap (adjective)

1. characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation
   • "a hotheaded decision"; "liable to such impulsive acts as hugging strangers"; "an impetuous display of spending and gambling"; "madcap escapades"; (`brainish' is archaic)
   • synonyms: brainish, hotheaded, impetuous, impulsive, tearaway