panaches

Dashing confident manners

Panaches is the plural of panache, which is flamboyant confidence and style—a flair for the dramatic that makes ordinary actions seem impressive.

Originally a plume of feathers on a helmet, the word now describes spirited showmanship: She delivered the speech with panache.

The plural appears when describing multiple instances or varieties of such flair: the different panaches of the great conductors.

flamboyance

flair

Stylish natural aptitude

showmanship · pizzazz · verve · élan · dash · ostentation · theatricality · grandeur · boldness · confidence

plumes

feathers

Bird's lightweight covering

cavalier · musketeer · plumage · egret · ostrich · decorative · military · ceremonial · hat · ornament

Opposites
style and flair

panachesdrabness

Absence of color or interest

plainness · dullness · blandness · colorlessness · dreariness

confidence and boldness

panachestimidity

Fearful lack of courage

timidness · diffidence · meekness · bashfulness · sheepishness

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panache

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G