Definitions for: Vagary


[n] a sudden desire; "he bought it on impulse"



Webster (1913) Definition: Va*ga"ry, n.; pl. Vagaries. [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.

Synonyms: caprice, impulse, whim

See Also: desire

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