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capricious Synonyms

Another word for capricious

Choosing another word for capricious depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood, opinion, or behavior; governed by whim rather than reason.

Usage Example

"The tyrannical ruler was known for making fickle decisions that left his advisors in a constant state of anxiety."

Strongest
fickle
mercurial
inconstant
Strong
erratic
unpredictable
flighty
impulsive
wayward
whimsical
arbitrary

• adjective (Context 2)

Changing rapidly and unpredictably (especially of weather, markets, or natural forces).

Usage Example

"Sailors along the rocky coast must remain vigilant because of the changeable spring winds."

Strongest
changeable
volatile
Strong
erratic
unpredictable
variable
unstable
fitful

Opposites of capricious

The opposite of capricious shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

consistent
stable
predictable
steady
steadfast
unchanging
constant
settled
See all opposites of capricious

• Nearby Words

caprese
capri
caprice
capricious
capriciously
capriciousness
caprimulgid

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Capricious. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/capricious
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