VAGARY

vagary

(noun) an unexpected and inexplicable change in something (in a situation or a person’s behavior, etc.); “the vagaries of the weather”; “his wealth fluctuates with the vagaries of the stock market”; “he has dealt with human vagaries for many years”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

vagary (plural vagaries)

An erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.

An impulsive or illogical desire; a caprice or whim.

Synonyms

• (impulsive or illogical desire): see whim

Anagrams

• Varyag

Source: Wiktionary

Va*ga"ry, n.; pl. Vagaries. Etym: [L. vagari to stroll about. See Vague.]

1. A wandering or strolling. [Obs.]

2. Hence, a wandering of the thoughts; a wild or fanciful freak; a whim; a whimsical purpose. "The vagaries of a child." Spectator. They changed their minds, Flew off, and into strange vagaries fell. Milton.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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