Definitions
- Describing a person or thing that is unpredictable or prone to sudden changes. - Referring to a behavior or action that is erratic or whimsical. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is subject to change or uncertainty.
- Describing a person or thing that is impulsive or unpredictable. - Referring to a behavior or action that is subject to sudden changes or whims. - Talking about a situation or circumstance that is fickle or unstable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe unpredictability or sudden changes.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people, behaviors, actions, or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words imply a lack of stability or consistency.
- 5Both words suggest a tendency towards impulsiveness or whims.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Vagarious is less common than capricious in everyday language.
- 2Intensity: Capricious has a stronger negative connotation than vagarious.
- 3Scope: Vagarious can refer to a broader range of things, including situations and circumstances, while capricious is more commonly used to describe people or behaviors.
- 4Tone: Vagarious can be used in a neutral or slightly positive tone, while capricious is almost always used in a negative tone.
Remember this!
Vagarious and capricious are synonyms that describe unpredictability or sudden changes. However, vagarious is less common and has a broader scope, while capricious is more intense and commonly used to describe people or behaviors. Both words suggest a lack of stability or consistency and imply a tendency towards impulsiveness or whims.
