whimsey

• 名词，指一种奇特、古怪或任性的想法，或表现为基于一时兴起而非理智的不可预测行为的性格特征。

A noun referring to an odd, fanciful, or capricious idea, or the trait of acting unpredictably based on whim rather than reason.

1. Fanciful ideaC1formal

   An unusual, playful, or capricious thought or notion.

   奇想

   • The artist's latest work was born from a sudden whimsey.
   • She dismissed his plan as a mere whimsey.
   • The novel is full of charming whimsies and unexpected turns.

   同义词capriceconceitcrotchetfancynotionquirkvagarywhim

   反义词certaintyfactlogicreason

2. Unpredictable behaviorC1formal

   The quality of acting on impulse or caprice rather than logic or reason.

   任性

   • His decisions were often driven by whimsey rather than careful thought.
   • The director's whimsey made the production unpredictable.
   • She was known for her whimsey, changing plans at a moment's notice.

   同义词capricecapriciousnessficklenessflightinessquirkvagarywhim

   反义词logicpredictabilityrationalityreasonablenesssteadiness