jaunty
jaunty is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, jaunty is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofjaunty
- A master-at-arms onboard a Royal Navy ship
- Airy; showy; finical.
- (by extension) Characterized by an affected or fantastical manner.
- Dapper or stylish.
Example: "He wore a jaunty outfit that was all the rage."
- Ostentatiously self-confident.
Example: "He walked down the street with a jaunty swaggering step, as if daring others less perfectly satisfied to intrude upon his good mood."
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