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erratic

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪˈrætɪk/

erratic means: Changing suddenly and unexpectedly, without a steady or regular pattern.

adjective

UNPREDICTABLEC1

Changing suddenly and unexpectedly, without a steady or regular pattern.

  • His driving was erratic.
  • The team has been erratic this season.
  • Erratic rainfall has made farming difficult in the region.

Similar words: unpredictable, irregular, inconsistent

Opposites: steady, consistent

Common phrases: erratic behaviour, erratic driving, erratic performance

ODD BEHAVIOURC2

Unusual or strange in opinions or behaviour.

  • His erratic opinions surprised the committee.
  • She was known for her erratic habits.
  • The novel portrays an erratic genius who rejects every social rule.

Similar words: eccentric, odd, unconventional

Opposites: conventional

Common phrases: erratic conduct, erratic opinions, erratic genius

Questions about erratic

What does erratic mean?

Changing suddenly and unexpectedly, without a steady or regular pattern.

What is erratic in other languages?

Türkçe: düzensiz · Español: errático · Français: irrégulier · Deutsch: unberechenbar · Italiano: irregolare · 日本語: 不規則な

How do you pronounce erratic?

It is pronounced /ɪˈrætɪk/.

How do you use erratic in a sentence?

His driving was erratic. The team has been erratic this season.

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