whimsically-determined
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/ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl.i dɪˈtɜːr.mɪnd/
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/ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl.i dɪˈtɜː.mɪnd/
decided on a whim
Etymology
'whimsically-determined' originates from the English word 'whimsy,' which comes from the word 'whim,' meaning a sudden desire or change of mind, and 'determine,' from Latin 'determinare,' meaning 'to set bounds or limits.'
'whim' evolved from the Middle English 'whimwham,' and 'determine' from the Latin 'determinare,' eventually forming the modern English compound 'whimsically-determined.'
Initially, 'whim' referred to a fanciful or odd idea, while 'determine' meant to set limits. Together, they evolved to describe decisions made on a whim.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by a decision or action made based on whims or capriciousness rather than logic or reason.
The project was whimsically-determined, lacking any clear rationale.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 08:55