chaotic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /keɪˈɒtɪk/

Definition

In a state of complete disorder and confusion.

Examples

• The traffic in the city center was absolutely chaotic during rush hour.

• After the power outage, the grocery store became chaotic as people rushed to buy essentials.

• Her desk is always so chaotic, it's a miracle she can find anything.

How to Use chaotic

be chaotic (collocation)

to be in a state of disorder — "The meeting quickly became chaotic without a clear agenda."

feel chaotic (collocation)

to feel overwhelmed by disorder — "Sometimes my thoughts feel chaotic when I have too much to do."

Synonyms of chaotic

Words with a similar meaning to chaotic:

• messy
• disordered
• haphazard
• turbulent

Antonyms of chaotic

Words with the opposite meaning to chaotic:

• orderly
• organized

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