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fickle

Pronunciation: /ˈfɪk(ə)l/
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Definition of fickle

adjective

  • changing frequently, especially as regards one’s loyalties or affections:celebs trying to appeal to an increasingly fickle public

Derivatives

fickly

adverb

Origin:

Old English ficol 'deceitful', of Germanic origin

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