Definition of VAGARY

vagary

Meanings

Plural: vagaries

Noun

  • an unexpected and inexplicable change in something (in a situation or a person's behavior, etc.)
  • An erratic, unpredictable occurrence or action.
  • Something vague.
  • An impulsive or illogical desire; a caprice or whim.

Origin / Etymology

From Italian vagare (“wander”) and/or its source Latin vagārī (“to wander”), from Latin vagus (“wandering”). Later apparently reinterpreted in English as vague + -ery but without changing the spelling.

Scrabble Score: 13

vagary is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
vagary is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
vagary is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

vagary is a valid Words With Friends word