capriciously-determined
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/kəˈprɪʃəsli dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/
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/kəˈprɪʃəsli dɪˈtɜːmɪnd/
whimsical decision
Etymology
'capriciously-determined' originates from the word 'capricious,' which comes from the Italian word 'capriccio,' meaning 'whim' or 'fancy.'
'Capriccio' transformed into the English word 'capricious,' and eventually combined with 'determined' to form 'capriciously-determined.'
Initially, 'capricious' meant 'whim or fancy,' but over time it evolved to describe actions or decisions made on a whim.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
decided or resolved in a manner that is subject to sudden, unpredictable changes or whims.
The rules of the game were capriciously-determined, leaving players confused.
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Last updated: 2025/06/24 01:28