capriciously-led
|ca-pric-ious-ly-led|
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/kəˈprɪʃəsli lɛd/
(capricious)
unpredictable behavior
Etymology
Etymology Information
'capricious' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'capriccio,' where 'capo' meant 'head' and 'riccio' meant 'hedgehog,' suggesting a sudden change of mind.
Historical Evolution
'capriccio' transformed into the French word 'caprice,' and eventually became the modern English word 'capricious' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sudden change of mind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unpredictable or whimsical.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
guided or influenced by sudden, unpredictable changes or whims.
The project was capriciously-led, resulting in frequent changes in direction.
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Last updated: 2025/06/17 02:52