whim (Meaning)
whim (n)
a sudden desire
an odd or fanciful or capricious idea
whim (n.)
The European widgeon.
A sudden turn or start of the mind; a temporary eccentricity; a freak; a fancy; a capricious notion; a humor; a caprice.
A large capstan or vertical drum turned by horse power or steam power, for raising ore or water, etc., from mines, or for other purposes; -- called also whim gin, and whimsey.
whim (v. i.)
To be subject to, or indulge in, whims; to be whimsical, giddy, or freakish.
Synonyms & Antonyms of whim
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whim Sentence Examples
- On a whim, she impulsively decided to quit her job and travel the world.
- The artist's creative process was driven by mere whim, relying on spontaneous inspiration.
- The fashion designer's latest collection was a whim that defied industry norms.
- My grandmother's decorating style was whimsical and unpredictable, changing with every whim.
- The capricious prince granted favors on a whim, leaving his subjects both bewildered and delighted.
- The storm passed as quickly as it had arrived, a mere whim of nature.
- The child's laughter echoed through the playground, a whimsical symphony of joy.
- The scientist embarked on a groundbreaking experiment on a whim, unaware of the profound implications it would have.
- The chef's menu was a whimsical blend of flavors, a testament to her culinary imagination.
- The whimsical breeze carried the scent of wildflowers across the meadow, a delightful surprise for weary travelers.
FAQs About the word whim
a sudden desire, an odd or fanciful or capricious ideaThe European widgeon., A sudden turn or start of the mind; a temporary eccentricity; a freak; a fancy; a c
caprice, thought,notion, whimsey, fancy, vagary, whimsy, fantasy, whimsicality, concept
No antonyms found.
On a whim, she impulsively decided to quit her job and travel the world.
The artist's creative process was driven by mere whim, relying on spontaneous inspiration.
The fashion designer's latest collection was a whim that defied industry norms.
My grandmother's decorating style was whimsical and unpredictable, changing with every whim.
