Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whim
noun
/wɪm/
Definition
A sudden and impulsive idea or desire.
Examples
- She decided to take a trip on a whim.
- His decision to change careers was a whim that he later regretted.
- On a whim, they bought some ice cream after dinner.
Meaning
A whim refers to a fleeting thought or a capricious decision that can change quickly, often without much forethought.
Synonyms
- fancy
- caprice
- impulse
- notion
- trend
