Basic Details
Word: Capriciously
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a way that is sudden, unpredictable, and often changing without reason.
Synonyms: Whimsically, randomly, impulsively
Antonyms: Predictably, consistently
Idioms and Phrases
- Capriciously change one's mind: To change one's decision suddenly and without clear reason. Example: "She capriciously changed her mind about going to the party last minute."
- Weather changes capriciously: Referring to weather that alters unpredictably, often in a short time. Example: "In spring, the weather changes capriciously, so you should be ready for sun and rain."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The boy acted capriciously, deciding to play football one minute and then wanting to go home the next.
Example 2: Her capriciously chosen outfits made her friends giggle, as they never knew what she would wear next.
Example 3: The capricious winds made it difficult for the sailors to predict their journey across the sea.
Fun Fact
The word "capricious" comes from the Italian word "capriccio," which means a sudden change of mind, derived from "capra" meaning "goat," symbolising the idea of leaping about like the unpredictable nature of a goat.
Famous Quote
"To be oneself is all that one can do." – James Dean. This reflects the idea of embracing one's capricious nature, as everyone has the right to be unpredictable in their choices.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "capriciously" mean?
a) In a predictable manner
b) In an exciting manner
c) In a sudden and unpredictable way
d) In a detailed manner
Answer: c) In a sudden and unpredictable way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "capriciously"?
a) Consistently
b) Whimsically
c) Regularly
d) Steadily
Answer: b) Whimsically
3. Which of these is an antonym of "capriciously"?
a) Impulsively
b) Randomly
c) Predictably
d) Whimsically
Answer: c) Predictably
4. Which sentence uses "capriciously" correctly?
a) He capriciously bought a new car without thinking it through.
b) She capriciously prepared a big dinner for her friends every Saturday.
c) They capriciously studied for their exams every day.
d) The book was written capriciously and logically.
Answer: a) He capriciously bought a new car without thinking it through.
5. Which idiom means to have sudden changes like "capriciously"?
a) A leopard can't change its spots
b) Capriciously change one's mind
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) To kill two birds with one stone
Answer: b) Capriciously change one's mind
