scatterbrained
|scat/ter/brained|
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/ˈskætərˌbreɪnd/
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/ˈskætəˌbreɪnd/
disorganized mind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'scatterbrained' originates from the combination of 'scatter' and 'brain', where 'scatter' meant 'to disperse' and 'brain' referred to the mind or intellect.
Historical Evolution
'scatterbrained' evolved from the idea of a 'scattered brain', implying a mind that is not focused or organized.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a mind that is scattered or unfocused', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking in concentration or focus; disorganized in thought or action.
She is so scatterbrained that she often forgets her keys.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 12:51