ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)Word Knowledge (WK)Hard
A client expressed a <b>capricious</b> disregard for the terms of the contract, leading to frequent disputes.
- Afickle
- Bpredictable
- Csteady
- Dreasonable
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. fickle
Capricious means given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior. In the context of disregarding a contract, 'fickle' (changing frequently, especially as regards one's loyalties, interests, or affection) is the closest synonym, indicating an unpredictable and changeable nature.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Predictable is an antonym for capricious, as capricious behavior is inherently unpredictable.
- C. Steady is an antonym for capricious, implying consistency.
- D. Reasonable suggests logic and fairness, which is contrary to a capricious disregard.
Capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
- Implies unpredictability and impulsiveness.
- Often used to describe people or decisions.
- Can lead to instability or inconsistency.
Memory trick: Capricious like a 'caprice' (a sudden change), always shifting.