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Picaresque

Definition:

A term used to describe a type of fiction that presents the adventures of a roguish, often low-born, protagonist as they navigate through various escapades and encounters.

It can also refer to an individual who behaves in a rogue-like or mischievous manner.

Examples:

As a literary genre, picaresque novels became popular during the 16th century in Spain.

The protagonist's picaresque nature led them to a series of humorous and sometimes daring situations.

Tom was known for his picaresque personality, always finding himself in unexpected or trouble-filled situations.

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