Whimsy (Noun)
Meaning 1
The trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment; "I despair at the flightiness and whimsicality of my memory".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The quirky artist's whimsy was reflected in her colorful and eclectic paintings that defied explanation.
- Despite her tough exterior, she had a core of whimsy that made her a delightful and unpredictable friend.
- The fanciful architecture of the old mansion was a testament to the whimsy of its eccentric owner.
- His decision to quit his job and travel the world was a sudden strike of whimsy that changed the course of his life.
- The offbeat comedy's quirky characters and plot twists showcased the director's signature style and whimsy.
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Meaning 2
An odd or fanciful or capricious idea; "the theatrical notion of disguise is associated with disaster in his stories"; "he had a whimsy about flying to the moon"; "whimsy can be humorous to someone with time to enjoy it".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.