CEFR C1

scatterbrained

adjective

Meaning

Disorganized, forgetful, and unable to concentrate due to a lack of order in one's thoughts.

Examples

He was so scatterbrained that he often misplaced important documents.
Her scatterbrained nature made it difficult for her to follow complex instructions.

Synonyms: forgetful, disorganized, absent-minded, ditzy

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scatterbrained (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈskætərˌbreɪnd/

Definition

Disorganized, forgetful, and unable to concentrate due to a lack of order in one's thoughts.

Examples

He was so scatterbrained that he often misplaced important documents.
Her scatterbrained nature made it difficult for her to follow complex instructions.
The professor's scatterbrained lectures often left students confused.

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