as in impulsive
prone to sudden illogical changes of mind, ideas, or actions
it's hard to make plans with such a whimsical best friend
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Recent Examples of whimsical
The property showcases designer Amanda Lindroth’s whimsical and nostalgic interiors that pair the natural beauty of the coast with a fresh take on the classic Lowcountry aesthetic, complete with plenty of pastels, wicker, and gingham.
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
From flower crowns to outrageous hats towering with whimsical decorations, Fiesta headgear is definitely a thing in San Antonio.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
Ready for another trip into the whimsical, yet emotionally nuanced world of Wes Anderson?
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
The Peeps, which come in pastel pink, yellow and purple, will add a whimsical touch to your decorations.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
From flower crowns to outrageous hats towering with whimsical decorations, Fiesta headgear is definitely a thing in San Antonio.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
Ready for another trip into the whimsical, yet emotionally nuanced world of Wes Anderson?
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 7 Apr. 2025
The Peeps, which come in pastel pink, yellow and purple, will add a whimsical touch to your decorations.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for whimsical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whimsical
Adjective
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Research shows that suicide tends to be a fairly impulsive act during short-term crises.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Children diagnosed with the condition are more likely to have impulsive behavior, and chemotherapy can stunt brain development, Humenik said.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Each episode is a mini movie, existing in its own world with a unique tone and vibe, featuring an eccentric lot of characters played by a truly gonzo parade of guest stars.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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The participants, most of whom were women, underwent a two-week control period before completing four weeks of an eccentric exercise routine.—
Kristen Fischer,
Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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But her life is unexpectedly upended by the arrival of a new student in her class: her charming but volatile younger brother Merritt.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
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In volatile markets, that can be the difference between burning capital and building advantage.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Whimsical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whimsical. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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