Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
act-erratically
verb phrase
/ækt ɪˈrædɪkli/
Definition
To behave in an unpredictable or inconsistent manner.
Examples
- She started to act erratically after receiving the unexpected news.
- The driver began to act erratically, swerving across the lanes.
- His erratic behavior during the meeting caught everyone off guard.
Meaning
When someone acts erratically, their behavior is not steady and can change suddenly without warning. This often leads to confusion or difficulty in understanding their intentions or feelings.
Synonyms
- unpredictably
- inconsistently
- irregularly
- erratically
