Summary
The term originates from the element Mercury, known for its fast flow.
Key Points
3 points1
It is used to talk about quick shifts in feelings or actions.
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The word is linked to the metal Mercury because the metal moves swiftly.
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Being mercurial can be exciting but may also make planning difficult.
New Words to Learn
3 wordsmercurial
changing quickly and unpredictably, especially moods or behavior
unpredictably
in a way that is hard to guess or foresee
element
a basic type of material that cannot be broken into simpler parts
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