Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vagaries

noun
/ˈveɪɡəriz/
Definition
Unpredictable or erratic changes in a situation, often relating to people’s behavior or opinions.
Examples
  • The vagaries of weather can disrupt even the best-laid plans.
  • His career was marked by the vagaries of fortune, leading him in and out of success.
  • Traveling can often be influenced by the vagaries of flight schedules.
Meaning
Vagaries refer to unusual or unexpected changes or events that can influence circumstances or decisions. They capture the essence of the unpredictable nature of life.
Synonyms
  • Whims
  • Fancies
  • Caprices
  • Unpredictability
  • Variations