Erratically: meaning, definitions and examples
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erratically
[ ɪˈratɪkli ]
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.
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
Word origin
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.