Definition

The quality of being playful, fanciful, or full of whims; a light-hearted and imaginative nature.

Example

The whimsicalness of the garden, with its colorful flowers and quirky decorations, made it a delightful place to visit.

Conversation

I love the whimsicalness of this art piece.

It really adds a fun vibe to the room, doesn't it?

Yeah, it makes everything feel more alive.

Exactly! I think everyone needs a touch of whimsy in their lives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Whimsicalness is formed from "whimsical" (from Middle English "whimsy", meaning a fanciful or capricious idea) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "whimsicalness" refers to the quality of being fanciful or capricious.

Memory Tip

Think of 'whimsical' as describing something fanciful or playful, and '-ness' indicating a state. So, whimsicalness is the state of being playful or fanciful.

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