Erratically: meaning, definitions and examples

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erratically

 

[ ɪˈratɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behavior

In an unpredictable or irregular manner.

Synonyms

inconsistently, randomly, unpredictably

Examples of usage

  • She drove erratically, swerving in and out of lanes.
  • His behavior was erratic, making it difficult to predict his next move.
Context #2 | Adverb

performance

In a manner that lacks consistency or regularity.

Synonyms

inconsistently, sporadically, unpredictably

Examples of usage

  • The team played erratically, with moments of brilliance followed by errors.
  • Her heartbeat was beating erratically, causing concern for the doctors.

Translations

Translations of the word "erratically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 erraticamente

🇮🇳 अनिश्चित रूप से

🇩🇪 unregelmäßig

🇮🇩 tidak menentu

🇺🇦 непередбачувано

🇵🇱 nieregularnie

🇯🇵 不規則に

🇫🇷 de manière erratique

🇪🇸 erráticamente

🇹🇷 düzensizce

🇰🇷 불규칙하게

🇸🇦 بشكل غير منتظم

🇨🇿 nepravidelně

🇸🇰 nepravidelne

🇨🇳 不规律地

🇸🇮 nepravilno

🇮🇸 óreglulega

🇰🇿 ретсіз

🇬🇪 არამყარად

🇦🇿 nizamsız olaraq

🇲🇽 erráticamente

Etymology

The adverb 'erratically' is derived from the adjective 'erratic,' which comes from the Latin word 'erraticus,' meaning 'wandering' or 'vagrant.' The term has been used since the 17th century to describe actions or behaviors that are unpredictable, irregular, or lacking consistency.

See also: erratic.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,677, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.