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panache Definition

pa·nache (pə nas̸h, -näs̸h)

noun

  1. a plume of feathers, esp. on a helmet
  2. dashing elegance of manner; carefree, spirited self-confidence or style; flamboyance

Etymology: Fr < OFr pannache < OIt pennacchio < LL(Ec) pinnaculum, tuft, plume: see pinnacle

panache Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • vegetable: We use the centers as part of our panache of vegetables.

Converse of object

  • lack: The modified plot seems too tired and generic, while the dialog lacks panache and imagination.
  • add: Other research in various stages could add more panache to the ornamental flower industry.
  • have: Time was when such a display had panache and excitement.
  • bring: If you are going to do musicals, you must engage directors who know how to bring panache and sparkle to the production.

Adjective modifier

  • usual: With his usual panache, he threw it left and right, correcting every induced skid with consummate ease.
  • considerable: But Tiffany tells a simple story with considerable panache.
  • visual: Im pleased to see that Soups visual panache and intuitive website design has been recognized with an award in a hotly contended category.
  • great: She sings with great panache through 13 varied tracks.
  • such: Most female pop stars try to emulate Madonna at some point; very few do it with such panache.
  • real: The lack of audience and the lack of any real panache in their script-writing was a bit of a let down.

Noun used with modifier

  • trademark: Made in Sheffield by local craftsmen, it is an item of quality combined with Nick's trademark panache and self-confidence.
panache Quotes

Now we lament one Who danced on a plume of words, Sang with a fountain's panache, Dazzled like slate roofs in sun After rain, was flighty as birds And alone as a mountain ash. The ribald, inspired urchin Leaning over the lip Of his world, as over a rock pool Or a lucky dip, Found everything brilliant and virgin.

—Day-Lewis, Cecil

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