Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

whim-wham

noun

/ˈwɪmˌwæm/

Definition

A whimsical ornament or gadget; something that is fancy or decorative but lacks substantial value.

Examples

The artist decorated her studio with all sorts of whim-whams, from colorful trinkets to strange sculptures.
His desk was cluttered with useless whim-whams that seemed to serve no purpose.
She loves collecting whim-whams from her travels, each representing a unique aspect of the culture.

Meaning

Whim-wham refers to items or ideas that are quirky, unusual, and often frivolous in nature. It implies a level of fancifulness that may not be taken seriously.