whimsicality

[ hwim-zi-kal-i-tee, wim- ]

noun

, plural whim·si·cal·i·ties

1. Also whimsi·cal·ness. whimsical quality or character.
2. a whimsical notion, speech, or act.

Word History and Origins

Origin of whimsicality¹

First recorded in 1750–60; whimsical + -ity

Example Sentences

Lloyd, who described “Jerome” as abstract and layered, said he hoped audiences would see the seriousness and whimsicality.

From New York Times

Mixing the ironic whimsicality of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” with the premise and structure of “The Monkees,” “Conchords” was twice as delightful when it landed for being so unexpected and unpredictable.

From Los Angeles Times

Kéré’s projects are not only utilitarian; they can also have a whimsicality and a serenity.

From Seattle Times

It’s the difference between a real bookstore and one that smells like potpourri, and between wit and whimsicality.

From New York Times

The flip side of the whimsicality, of skipping along, is wanting to slow down at times, to deepen our feelings about the characters.

From New York Times

Related Words

• foible
• idiosyncrasy
• peculiarity
• quirk
• weirdness