erratic Definition
not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
Using erratic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "erratic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The company's profits have been erratic this year.
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His behavior was erratic and unpredictable.
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The stock market has been very erratic lately.
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Her moods were erratic and hard to predict.
erratic Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with erratic
driving that is unpredictable and dangerous due to sudden changes in speed or direction
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The police pulled him over for his erratic driving.
behavior that is unpredictable and inconsistent, often due to mental or emotional instability
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His erratic behavior made it difficult for his coworkers to work with him.
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Her job had an erratic schedule, with shifts changing from week to week.
Origins of erratic
from Latin 'errare', meaning 'to wander'
Summary: erratic in Brief
'Erratic' [ɪˈratɪk] describes something that is not regular or predictable, often due to sudden changes or instability. It can refer to anything from behavior to driving to schedules, as in 'Her moods were erratic and hard to predict.' 'Erratic' is synonymous with 'unpredictable,' 'inconsistent,' and 'unstable,' and antonymous with 'consistent' and 'predictable.'
