Capricious is an adjective meaning given to sudden, unpredictable changes of mood or behavior; it implies whimsical or fanciful whimsy. It often describes people or decisions that seem to shift abruptly without obvious cause, suggesting inconsistency or impulsiveness. In usage, it conveys a sense of lack of reliability or steadiness rather than deliberate malice, and can carry a nuanced tone of skepticism or critique.
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