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mercurial /mərˈkyʊər i əl/
- changeable; volatile; fickle; flighty; erratic: a mercurial nature.
- animated; lively; sprightly; quick-witted.
- pertaining to, containing, or caused by the metal mercury.
- (initial capital letter) of or relating to the god Mercury.
- (initial capital letter) of or relating to the planet Mercury.
- Pharmacology. a preparation of mercury used as a drug.
Origin of mercurial
Middle English / Latin 1350-1400
Source: Dictionary.com
These kids have a mercurial temper.