Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
picaro
noun
/ˈpiː.kə.roʊ/
Definition
A rogue or mischievous character, often portrayed in literature as a cunning and clever antihero.
Examples
- The story follows the journey of a picaro searching for fortune in a corrupt world.
- His picaro ways often got him into trouble, but also made him the life of the party.
Meaning
The term referred to a wandering adventurer who typically engages in dishonest or deceitful acts but possesses a certain charm.
Synonyms
- rogue
- scoundrel
- rascal
- scamp
