distinguished and accomplished; suave and unconventional; romantic affairs
Meanings
4 senses · 8 examplesadjective
distinguished and accomplished; brilliant and heroic
literaryUsed to describe figures of great historical or cultural achievement, often in a noble sense.
To count truly great men, look to the present age.
During the Three Kingdoms period, Cao Cao could be considered a truly distinguished figure of his generation.
adjective
suave and unconventional; talented and free-spirited
literaryDescribes talented scholars or artists with a charming, unconventional lifestyle.
Tang Bohu was a suave and unconventional talent.
He is a charming and unconventional person who doesn't sweat the small stuff.
adjective
romantic; amorous; relating to love affairs
Describes stories, affairs, or matters involving romance or love, often with a sophisticated or artistic connotation.
This is an amorous scandal that has caused a huge stir.
This novel records many romantic affairs within the imperial court.
adjective
dissolute; promiscuous; flirtatious
derogatoryOften used in a critical or derogatory sense, particularly to describe someone's loose morals in romantic or sexual conduct.
Her husband is a dissolute playboy.
That man has a very bad reputation because he is too promiscuous.