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capricious

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Adj — Changing mood or behavior suddenly and unpredictably, without an obvious reason.

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capricious behavior capricious weather

Etymology

From Italian capriccioso, from capriccio ("caprice, sudden fright").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “capricious” mean?

The word “capricious” means changing mood or behavior suddenly and unpredictably, without an obvious reason. In plain terms, unpredictable and prone to sudden changes of mind.

How do you pronounce “capricious”?

“Capricious” is pronounced kuh-PRIH-shuhs (/kəˈpɹɪʃəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “capricious” in a sentence?

Here is “capricious” used in a sentence: “The capricious weather made it impossible to plan the picnic.”

What part of speech is “capricious”?

“Capricious” is an adjective.

Where does the word “capricious” come from?

The word “capricious” comes from Italian. From Italian capriccioso, from capriccio ("caprice, sudden fright").

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