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flightiness
This term describes a specific type of instability characterized by a lack of focus or commitment. It carries a negative connotation of unreliability, suggesting a personality that flits from one idea or emotion to another without depth or persistence. It is often used to describe a perceived lack of maturity or a whimsical, scattered nature.
As an abstract quality, this noun is uncountable. It refers to a general trait rather than a discrete event, meaning it cannot be pluralized or counted with numbers. To quantify it, one must use adjectives like "extreme" or "considerable" rather than numerical values.
Meanings
Examples
Her flightiness made it impossible to plan a trip together.
I can no longer tolerate his flightiness when it comes to deadlines.
She has a certain flightiness that makes her charming but unreliable.
Why is there so much flightiness in her decision making lately?
The detective noted the witness's flightiness as a sign of nervousness.
His inherent flightiness prevents him from sticking to any one hobby for long.
I wonder if my own flightiness is why I keep quitting my jobs.
The court viewed the defendant's flightiness as a risk for bail.