Scatterbrained: meaning, definitions and examples
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scatterbrained
[ ˈskæt.ər.breɪnd ]
describing someone's behavior
Easily distracted, forgetful, or disorganized. A scatterbrained person often jumps from one idea to another without completing tasks.
Synonyms
disorganized, distracted, forgetful
Examples of usage
- She's so scatterbrained, she forgot where she parked her car.
- Don't mind him, he's just scatterbrained sometimes.
- Her scatterbrained nature makes it difficult for her to focus on one thing at a time.
describing a person
A person who is forgetful, disorganized, or easily distracted. Someone who often appears confused or absent-minded.
Synonyms
absent-minded, confused, distracted
Examples of usage
- Despite being a scatterbrained, she manages to get things done.
- He's a scatterbrained, but his creativity shines through his work.
Translations
Translations of the word "scatterbrained" in other languages:
🇵🇹 distraído
🇮🇳 ध्यान भटका हुआ
🇩🇪 zerstreut
🇮🇩 pelupa
🇺🇦 розсіяний
🇵🇱 roztrzepany
🇯🇵 うっかり者
🇫🇷 distrait
🇪🇸 distraído
🇹🇷 dalgın
🇰🇷 정신 없는
🇸🇦 مشتت الذهن
🇨🇿 roztržitý
🇸🇰 roztržitý
🇨🇳 心不在焉
🇸🇮 raztresen
🇮🇸 utan við sig
🇰🇿 алаңғасар
🇬🇪 გაფანტული
🇦🇿 düşüncəsiz
🇲🇽 distraído
Word origin
The term 'scatterbrained' originated in the mid-18th century, combining 'scatter,' meaning to disperse or throw in various directions, and 'brained,' referring to the mind or brain. It was initially used to describe individuals who were absent-minded or easily distracted. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of behaviors associated with forgetfulness and disorganization.
See also: scattered, scatterer, scattering.