Definitions
- Describing something that is unpredictable or inconsistent in behavior or movement. - Referring to a person's behavior or actions that are unstable or unpredictable. - Talking about an object or phenomenon that deviates from the expected or usual pattern.
- Describing something that does not follow a regular or predictable pattern. - Referring to something that is not uniform or consistent in shape, size, or color. - Talking about a person's attendance or behavior that is not conforming to a set standard or schedule.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that deviates from the norm or expected pattern.
- 2Both can be used to describe behavior or phenomena.
- 3Both can have negative connotations.
- 4Both can be used to describe something that is not consistent or predictable.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Erratic implies unpredictability or inconsistency, while irregular implies a lack of conformity to a set standard or pattern.
- 2Usage: Erratic is more commonly used to describe behavior or movement, while irregular is more commonly used to describe patterns or schedules.
- 3Connotation: Erratic can have a negative connotation of instability or unreliability, while irregular can have a neutral or even positive connotation of uniqueness or variety.
- 4Scope: Erratic can refer to a wide range of phenomena, including behavior, movement, and natural phenomena, while irregular is more limited to patterns, shapes, and schedules.
- 5Degree: Erratic implies a greater degree of deviation from the norm than irregular.
Remember this!
Erratic and irregular are synonyms that describe something that deviates from the norm or expected pattern. However, erratic implies unpredictability or inconsistency, while irregular implies a lack of conformity to a set standard or pattern. Erratic is more commonly used to describe behavior or movement, while irregular is more commonly used to describe patterns or schedules.
