Having the qualities or manner of a cavalier; somewhat cavalier in attitude; dismissive, arrogant, or carefree in a way characteristic of historical Cavaliers.
From 'cavalier' with the suffix '-ish,' which creates adjectives meaning 'having the qualities of' or 'somewhat like.' This is a productive English suffix that allows fine-tuning of meaning—'cavalierish' is more qualified than simply 'cavalier,' suggesting shades or hints of the quality.
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