Caprice (noun)

  1. A sudden, unpredictable change of mood or behavior.
  2. A sudden desire or change of mind, especially if it is unlikely or inconvenient.

Origin:

From the french word "caprice" meaning "whim".

Examples:

  1. He decided to leave on a trip on a caprice.
  2. She changed her mind at the last minute, due to a caprice.
  3. He was known for his caprices and sudden changes of plans.
  4. The concert was cancelled due to the caprice of the weather.
  5. It was a caprice of fate that they met again.
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