erratic (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ɪˈrætɪk/
Definition
Not regular or consistent in movement, action, or thought; unpredictable and unconventional.
Examples
His behavior became increasingly erratic as the illness progressed.
The car's erratic braking made the journey dangerous.
She had an erratic sleep schedule, often staying up all night.
How to Use erratic
- erratic behavior (collocation)
- Unpredictable or inconsistent conduct. — "The child's erratic behavior at school led to a meeting with the principal."
- erratic schedule (collocation)
- A timetable that changes frequently or is not fixed. — "Working an erratic schedule made it difficult for her to maintain friendships."
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