Meaning of the word whimsical in English

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whimsical

US /ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl/

Adjective

1.

playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way

Example:
The artist is known for her whimsical paintings of animals.
The old house had a whimsical charm with its crooked windows and colorful garden.
2.

acting or behaving in a capricious manner

Example:
Her decisions are often whimsical and unpredictable.
He has a whimsical sense of humor that can be hard to follow.
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