Madcap and Mousy

Opposite meaning words

Madcap adjective - Foolishly adventurous or bold.

Usage example: a madcap scheme to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel

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Mousy is an antonym for madcap.

Mousy adjective - Easily frightened.

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Madcap is an antonym for mousy.

Nearby Words: mouse, mousey, mousing

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