WHIMSICAL Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

whimsical

adjective

ˈ(h)wim-zi-kəl

Definition of whimsical

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 Garden gnomes, fairy lights, and other whimsical outdoor garden decor add all three to your otherwise boring backyard. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026 From Issa Rae to Ed Sheeran, these stars prove that whimsical love stories can be found outside the spotlight. — Adrianne Reece, InStyle, 28 July 2026 The Faeries of the Forest Festival is a celebration of all things whimsical, designed to captivate the imaginations of both young and old. — Daily Herald, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026 This whimsical option has a handkerchief hemline, which gives it a ton of fun movement and a stunning silhouette. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for whimsical

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But Magdalen’s temporary embodiment of her sister’s demure, obedient nature does not temper her impulsive, dramatic tendencies—only the development of an empathetic, analytical intelligence can do that.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026
This matters because Arraez seems like the kind of player who could get a GM or president of baseball operations to do something impulsive.

— Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Definition of impulsive

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Cook built the arch two decades ago, when resurrecting classical architecture in America was an eccentric idea.

— Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
His search for answers leads him to an eccentric and whimsical old man nicknamed The Chicken Man (Johnson), and his beloved companion, a 111-year-old chicken named Claudia — two kindred spirits who found each other at just the right time.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 July 2026

Definition of eccentric

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Inflation remains volatile in many countries, reflecting varied conditions in markets around the world.

— John M. Bremen, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Beyond the oil and gas industry, major banks including JPMorgan are making record profits during the ongoing war thanks to heavy trading volumes as investors rush to dump volatile assets or buy the dip.

— Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 30 July 2026

Definition of volatile

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