Definitions

1. noun

a feeling or mood of lighthearted, fanciful, or playful humor; a quirky or whimsical idea or notion.

“Her whimsy led her to try painting with her feet.”

2. noun

a quirky or unpredictable aspect of a person’s behavior or personality.

“His whimsy made him a fascinating person to be around.”

3. noun

a feeling or mood that is capricious or unpredictable.

“She had a case of the blues, but it was followed by a sudden whim of optimism.”

4. noun

a feeling or mood of fanciful or playful humor; a quirky or whimsical idea or notion.

“The author’s whimsy in that chapter was what made the book so enjoyable.”