fickleness
|fick-le-ness|
C1
/ˈfɪk.əl.nəs/
(fickle)
unpredictable change
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fickle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ficol', where 'ficol' meant 'deceitful or cunning'.
Historical Evolution
'ficol' changed from Old English word 'ficol' and eventually became the modern English word 'fickle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'deceitful or cunning', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'changeable or unstable'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being changeable or unstable in affections or attachments.
Her fickleness made it difficult for her friends to rely on her.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39