Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boutade
noun
/buːˈtɑːd/
Definition
A sudden, brief burst of emotion or expression, often in a surprising or unexpected manner.
Examples
- After a brief boutade of excitement, she settled back into her usual calm demeanor.
- The artist’s work was marked by a series of boutades that reflected her changing thoughts.
Meaning
A boutade is a whimsical or sudden expression of emotion, typically used in a literary context to describe a rapid change in mood or feeling.
Synonyms
- outburst
- spasm
- flare-up
- whim
