Caprice: meaning, definitions and examples

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caprice

 

[ kəˈpriːs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mood

A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior.

Synonyms

impulse, whim, whimsy

Examples of usage

  • She was known for her caprices, one moment laughing and the next moment crying.
  • His caprice often led to unpredictable actions.
Context #2 | Noun

music

A lively piece of music, typically one that is short and free in form.

Synonyms

composition, musical work, piece

Examples of usage

  • The concert featured a beautiful caprice played by the talented violinist.
  • She composed a caprice that enchanted the audience.
Context #3 | Noun

fashion

A sudden and impulsive change in the way someone dresses or styles their hair.

Synonyms

impulse, whim, whimsy

Examples of usage

  • Her caprice in fashion made her stand out from the crowd.
  • He decided to embrace a new caprice and dye his hair purple.

Translations

Translations of the word "caprice" in other languages:

🇵🇹 capricho

🇮🇳 सनक

🇩🇪 Laune

🇮🇩 keinginan tiba-tiba

🇺🇦 примха

🇵🇱 kaprys

🇯🇵 気まぐれ (きまぐれ)

🇫🇷 caprice

🇪🇸 capricho

🇹🇷 kapris

🇰🇷 변덕

🇸🇦 نزوة

🇨🇿 rozmar

🇸🇰 rozmar

🇨🇳 任性 (rènxìng)

🇸🇮 kaprica

🇮🇸 duttlung

🇰🇿 құбылмалы мінез

🇬🇪 კაპრიზი

🇦🇿 kapriz

🇲🇽 capricho

Etymology

The word 'caprice' originated from the Italian word 'capriccio', which meant a sudden, impulsive change of mind or mood. It was first used in English in the early 17th century. Over time, 'caprice' came to be associated with unpredictable behavior or moods, as well as with whimsical or lively music compositions. The term also found its place in the world of fashion, referring to sudden changes in style or appearance.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,867, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.