Noun
/βelei̯ðad/
Veleidad refers to a tendency to act on whims or impulses without a firm commitment. It carries a negative connotation, often implying capriciousness or a lack of seriousness. In legal contexts, it can refer to the unpredictability of a person's actions or decisions.
The word is not overly common and has a more formal register, making it more prevalent in written texts than in everyday oral communication.
His whim to constantly change jobs has cost him many opportunities.
La veleidad de sus decisiones judiciales generó incertidumbre en la comunidad.
While "veleidad" does not frequently appear in established idiomatic expressions, it can be used in various constructions that may convey the idea of caprice or fickleness.
Acting on a whim does not bring good consequences.
Su veleidad en el amor lo llevó a tener muchas relaciones fallidas.
His impulsiveness in love led him to have many failed relationships.
Es peligroso tomar decisiones basadas en la veleidad.
It is dangerous to make decisions based on whim.
La veleidad de los planes de este grupo ha frustrado numerosos proyectos.
The term "veleidad" comes from the Latin word "veleitas," which denotes a wish or desire. The root "voluntas" means "will" or "desire," suggesting a focus on the fickle nature of such wishes.
Synonyms: - Capricho (whim) - Arbítrio (arbitrariness) - Imprudencia (imprudence)
Antonyms: - Determinación (determination) - Consistencia (consistency) - Firmeza (firmness)