chaotic

English

/keɪˈɒtɪk/, /keɪˈɑtɪk/

adj
Definitions
  • Filled with chaos.
  • Extremely disorganized or in disarray.
  • (mathematics) Highly sensitive to starting conditions, so that a small change to them may yield a very different outcome.
  • (role-playing games) Aligned against following or upholding laws and principles.

Etymology

Derived from Latin chaoticus, chaos (chaos) suffix from English chaos.

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