erratic in English
- erratic⇄adj. 1. not steady; uncertain; irregular.
Ex. An erratic clock is not dependable. An erratic mind jumps from one idea to another.
2. queer; odd.
Ex. erratic ideas, erratic behavior.
(SYN) eccentric.
3. having no certain c - erratic⇄adv. erratically.
- erratic⇄erratic, adjective, noun.
- erratic⇄noun 1. a wanderer.
2. an eccentric person.
3. (Geology.) an erratic block or boulder.
Ex. a glacial erratic ... scratched and smoothly abraded on one face by ice action (Raymond Cecil Moore).
erratic in Telugu తెలుగు
Erratic
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/ɪˈrætɪk/
Definitions
- Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
- Deviating from the usual or proper course in behavior or opinion.
Usage Examples
- "His erratic behavior caused concern among his colleagues."
- "The car's erratic movement on the road made driving dangerous."
Etymology
From Latin "erraticus," meaning "wandering" or "unsettled," which derives from "errare" (to wander). The word has been used since the early 17th century.
Synonyms
- Unpredictable
- Inconsistent
- Irregular
- Capricious
- Unstable
Antonyms
- Consistent
- Regular
- Stable
- Predictable
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Errático | eh-RAH-tee-koh |
| French | Erratique | eh-rah-teek |
| German | Erratisch | eh-RAH-tish |
| Italian | Erratico | eh-RAH-tee-koh |
| Portuguese | Errático | eh-RAH-tee-ko |
| Russian | Неустойчивый | nee-oo-stoy-chi-vyy |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 不稳定的 | bù wěn dìng de |
| Japanese | 不規則な | fukisoku na |
| Arabic | غير منتظم | ghayr muntazim |
| Hindi | अस्थिर | asthir |
| Bengali | অস্থির | ôsthira |
| Gujarati | અસ્થિર | asthir |
| Kannada | ಅಸ್ಥಿರ | asthira |
| Malayalam | അസ്ഥിരം | asthiram |
| Marathi | अस्थिर | asthir |
| Odia | ଅସ୍ଥିର | asthira |
| Punjabi | ਅਸਥਿਰ | asthir |
| Tamil | அசைபேறு | asaipēṟu |
| Telugu | అస్థిరం | asthiram |
| Urdu | غیر مستحکم | ghayr mustahkam |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
The pronunciation of "erratic" may differ slightly based on the region. In American English, the 'r' sound is often more pronounced than in British English, where it may be softer.
Historical Usage
Historically, the term "erratic" was used in a geological sense to describe rocks that had been transported by glaciers. Over time, its usage expanded to describe irregular or unpredictable behavior and events.
Cultural Nuances
In various cultures, the term "erratic" is used to describe behaviors or events that are seen as unusual, unstable, or unpredictable. It can be both a criticism and an observation, depending on the context in which it is used.
More Information
The word "erratic" is widely used in both everyday language and specialized fields such as psychology and geology. In psychology, it refers to behavior that deviates from normal patterns, often seen in individuals with certain mental health conditions. In geology, it refers to a rock or boulder that has been moved from its original location by natural forces, such as glaciers. The term has also found its way into modern discussions about the stock market, where "erratic" describes unpredictable market behavior.