capricious
3 synonyms and 5 antonyms for capricious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Changing mood or behavior suddenly and unpredictably, without an obvious reason.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use capricious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
capricious behavior
capricious weather
Etymology
From Italian capriccioso, from capriccio ("caprice, sudden fright").
Full origin of capricious →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").
