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erratic

adjective
ɪˈræt.ɪk

Meaning

Unpredictable and inconsistent; not even or regular in pattern or movement.
Changing irregularly; unpredictable in behavior or appearance.
not regular or consistent; unpredictable in behavior or movement

Example Sentences

His erratic behavior confused his colleagues.

The erratic rainfall is affecting crop production.

His erratic driving scared the passengers.

Synonyms

unpredictable, inconsistent, capricious, unstable, irregular, changeable
Entry 1
unpredictable, inconsistent, capricious
Entry 2
unpredictable, inconsistent, unstable
Entry 3
unpredictable, inconsistent, irregular, unstable, changeable

Antonyms

consistent, predictable, stable, steady, reliable
Entry 1
consistent, predictable, stable
Entry 2
stable, predictable, consistent
Entry 3
consistent, steady, reliable

Collocations

erratic behavior, erratic movements, erratic performance

Related Vocabularies

Requiring a lot of effort; physically or mentally demanding.
Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.
Able to be understood; reasonable or justifiable.
Various or miscellaneous.
Worrying or disturbing; causing concern or fear.
Based on probability or assumption rather than proof.

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