erratically-led
|er-rat-i-cal-ly-led|
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/ɪˈrætɪkli lɛd/
(erratic)
unpredictable behavior
Etymology
Etymology Information
'erratic' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'erraticus,' where 'errare' meant 'to wander.'
Historical Evolution
'erraticus' transformed into the Old French word 'erratique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'erratic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wandering or straying,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unpredictable or inconsistent.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by a lack of consistency, regularity, or uniformity in leadership.
The project was erratically-led, resulting in missed deadlines and confusion.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 18:14