Pronunciation: /kəˈpriːs/

Definitions of caprice

noun notion

Example Sentences

A1 She changed her mind on a caprice and decided to go to the beach instead.

A2 His sudden caprice for buying a new car surprised everyone.

B1 The CEO's decision to rebrand the company was seen as a caprice by the employees.

B2 The artist's work was often influenced by his caprices and whims.

C1 The dictator's caprices led to instability in the country.

C2 The billionaire's caprices were indulged by those around him, no matter how extravagant.

Examples of caprice in a Sentence

formal Her decision to change careers seemed to be driven by caprice rather than careful consideration.

informal I can't keep up with his caprices, he changes his mind so often!

slang She's always acting on her caprices, never thinking about the consequences.

figurative The weather's caprice made it difficult to plan our outdoor event.

Grammatical Forms of caprice

past tense

capriced

plural

caprices

comparative

more capricious

superlative

most capricious

present tense

caprices

future tense

will caprice

perfect tense

have capriced

continuous tense

is capricing

singular

caprice

positive degree

capricious

infinitive

to caprice

gerund

capricing

participle

capricing

Origin and Evolution of caprice

First Known Use: 1667 year
Language of Origin: Italian
Story behind the word: The word 'caprice' originated from the Italian word 'capriccio' which means a sudden change in mood or behavior.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'caprice' has evolved to also include a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior, as well as a whim or fancy.