"capriciously" meaning in All languages combined

See capriciously on Wiktionary

Adverb [English]

Forms: more capriciously [comparative], most capriciously [superlative]
Etymology: From capricious + -ly. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|capricious|ly}} capricious + -ly Head templates: {{en-adv}} capriciously (comparative more capriciously, superlative most capriciously)
  1. In a capricious manner; without caution or concern.
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