erratically-built
|er-rat-i-cal-ly-built|
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/ɪˈrætɪkli bɪlt/
(erratic)
unpredictable behavior
Etymology
Etymology Information
'erratic' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'erraticus,' where 'errat-' meant 'wandering.'
Historical Evolution
'erraticus' transformed into the Old French word 'erratique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'erratic' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wandering or straying,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'irregular or unpredictable.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
constructed in an irregular or unpredictable manner.
The house was erratically-built, with rooms of varying sizes and shapes.
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