capriciously

adverb

Pronunciation: kəˈprɪʃəsli

Definition

In a manner characterized by sudden, unpredictable changes of mood or behavior.

Examples

• The CEO capriciously fired several key staff members without any prior warning or explanation.

• She capriciously decided to move to a different country on a whim, leaving her old life behind.

• The stock market fluctuated capriciously throughout the day, leaving investors feeling anxious and uncertain.

Synonyms of capriciously

Words with a similar meaning to capriciously:

• randomly
• impulsively
• erratically
• whimsically

Antonyms of capriciously

Words with the opposite meaning to capriciously:

• consistently
• deliberately

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