Capricious

adjective/kəˈpɹɪʃəs/character
Definition
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French capricieux, from Italian capriccioso, from capriccio. By surface analysis, caprice +‎ -ious.
Synonyms
arbitrary, whimsical, fickle, flighty, wayward
In a sentence
  • Capricious management made long-term planning futile.
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added 2023-10-11