” In 1914, we often had to pacify and placate the irrational demands of a cruel and capricious dictator.”
“Capricious weather patterns often cause difficulties for meteorologists.”
capricious: adjective:
given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour.
“a capricious and often brutal administration”
changing according to no discernible rules; unpredictable.
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“a capricious climate”
Synonyms: fickle, inconstant, changeable, variable, unstable, mercurial, volatile, erratic, vacillating, irregular, inconsistent, fitful, arbitrary
impulsive, temperamental, wild, ungovernable;
whimsical, fanciful, flighty, wayward, quirky, faddish, freakish;
unpredictable, random, chance, haphazard
“the capricious workings of fate”
Antonyms: stable, consistent
Thanks to Millie at for leading the way to Heena’s weekly meme
Word of the Week is Something to Ponder About
Not only excellent, but TIMELY !!!
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You worked out the oblique references, M.R.?
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Not all that oblique, Amanda … [grin]
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You’re pretty sharp!!!
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Made me day, my northerly friend ! 🙂
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Capricious shot!
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I like the big splash – and enjoyed learning more about this word – hm
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Thanks so much hm
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hm hm – ❤ ❤ (ha)
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oh….LOL
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I certainly agree that capricious weather conditions in Britain often cause difficulties for meteorologists. An extremely appropriate phrase where I live.
Great word, Amanda. 🙂
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Thanks Millie. Your great work on posting started me off with the words!!
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It’s fun to do, so I hope a few more people decide to do Heena’s challenge, too. 🙂
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