Synonyms of whimsy

whimsy

noun

ˈ(h)wim-zē 

variants also whimsey

as in whim

a sudden impulsive and apparently unmotivated idea or action

the pop singer's latest whimsy is that she has acting talent

Synonyms & Similar Words

• whim
• humor
• caprice
• notion
• vagary
• bee
• vagrancy
• fantasy
• impression
• fancy
• whimsicality
• maggot
• kink
• fancifulness
• freak
• crank
• thought
• image
• megrim
• capriciousness
• bee in one's bonnet
• freakishness
• concept
• impetuosity
• picture
• conception
• conceit
• inspiration
• brainstorm
• mind's eye

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of whimsy

Following suit with her ongoing romantic comedy homage wardrobe, Reinhart’s dress was full of whimsy — cast in pink with a bouquet of green florals and botanicals cascading throughout the wispy chiffon fabric. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Folklore Taylor Swift Folklore’s angelic aura is best captured with gauzy peasant dresses, soft boho details, and a touch of woodland whimsy. — Zoe Weiner, StyleCaster, 18 Sep. 2026

The flowers soften up the hard edges of vintage pieces and add energy, whimsy, and texture, while the heirloom pieces add history and character. — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2026

James Sie’s stage adaptation, now playing at Lifeline Theatre, captures the whimsy and wonder of a book that was groundbreaking for its time, though a few weaker points from the original spill over into the play. — Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026