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Capricious

adjective/kuh-prish-us/

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.

His capricious nature made him a difficult friend.

CapriCIOUS like a leaping goat (capra) — moods that spring any direction without warning.

For changeable weather, referees and moods: 'capricious weather'; implies unfairness or whim.