SAT vocabulary
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
Example
"The capricious weather made it difficult to plan outdoor activities, as sunshine quickly turned to rain."
Etymology
From Italian 'capriccio', meaning 'whim', perhaps from 'capra' (goat) describing its leaping movements.
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