Adventurer vs. Swashbuckler — What's the Difference?

One that seeks adventure.

A swashbuckler is a genre of European adventure literature that focuses on a heroic protagonist stock character who is skilled in swordplay, acrobatics, guile and chivalrous ideals. A 'swashbuckler' protagonist is heroic, daring, and idealistic: he rescues damsels in distress, protects the downtrodden, and uses duels to defend his honor or that of a lady or to avenge a comrade.

A soldier of fortune.

A flamboyant swordsman or adventurer.

A heavy speculator in stocks, business, or trade.

A sword-wielding ruffian or bully.

One that attempts to gain wealth and social position unscrupulously.

A dramatic or literary work dealing with a swashbuckler.

One who enjoys adventures.

A swordsman or fencer who engages in showy or extravagant sword play.

A person who seeks a fortune in new and possibly dangerous enterprises.

A daring adventurer.

A soldier of fortune, a speculator.

A kind of period adventure story with flashy action and lighthearted tone.

A person who tries to advance their social position by somewhat devious means.

A bully or braggadocio; a swaggering, boastful fellow; a swaggerer.

(video games) A player of adventure games or text adventures.

A reckless impetuous irresponsible person

One who adventures; as, the merchant adventurers; one who seeks his fortune in new and hazardous or perilous enterprises.

A social pretender on the lookout for advancement.

A person who enjoys taking risks

Someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)