fickle

/ˈfɪk.əl/adjective

Changing opinions, loyalties, or interests often and without good reason; not dependable.

Example sentence

“Fashion trends are fickle; what's popular today is forgotten tomorrow.”

Set phrases keep it alive: fickle fans, fickle weather, the fickle finger of fate. Applied to a person it is an accusation, not a neutral description.

Featured as word of the day on January 31, 2026.

Related words

fierceExtremely intense, violent, or aggressive.fiascoA sudden, complete, and often embarrassing failure.finesseSkillful, delicate handling of a tricky situation.fianceTo promise someone in marriage; to engage or betroth.fingerprintThe pattern of ridged skin on the tip of a finger, which is different for every person.feverishBursting with hurried, restless energy.