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Definition of flightily : In a flighty manner.

Synonyms:

fluidly, convertibly, unreliably, mutably, movably, adjustably, inconstantly, adaptably, flexibly, impulsively, variably, modifiability, indecisively, alterably, waywardly, pliability, unstably, changeably

Usage examples:

• This old woman, from long solitude, I suppose, talked to others as if she were talking to herself, and rambled on, flightily and vaguely. - "The Tenants of Malory Volume 1 of 3", Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu.
• The farmer, while his mind still hung about thousands of pounds and a certain incomprehensible division of them to produce a distinct intelligible total, and set before him the sum of Anthony's riches, could see that his elder daughter was behaving flightily and neglecting the true interests of the family, and he was chagrined. - "The Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith", George Meredith.
• The old man talked well, though flightily, with a constant reference of all topics to his own standards, recollections, and friendships, which was characteristic, but in him not unattractive. - "Lady Rose's Daughter", Mrs. Humphry Ward.