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Comparative
more capricious
Superlative
most capricious
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(of a person) prone to unexpected and sudden changes of behavior, mood, or mind
- The novel's capricious protagonist kept readers on their toes, never sure of his next move.
- The capricious child shifted from joy to tears in a matter of seconds.
- The capricious leader’s policies seemed to change without notice.
- The capricious critic gave wildly varying reviews of the same performance.
- Dealing with the capricious client required constant adjustments.
Synonyms:
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having frequent and unpredictable changes
- Her capricious tastes in fashion made it difficult to buy her a gift.
- The capricious winds of the desert can be calm one moment and violent the next.
- The capricious nature of the weather made it hard to plan any outdoor activities.
- His capricious behavior kept everyone on edge, unsure of what to expect next.
- The capricious shifts in the stock market made investors anxious.