unpredictable
gb/ˌʌnpɹɪdˈɪktəbəl/ us/ˌʌnpɹɪdˈɪktəbəl/
B1
Engelsk
~ 8400
Betydninger
0 betydninger
adjective
B1
property
1
not able to be predicted
If something is unpredictable, you cannot know what will happen with it before it happens.
Bruksmønster:
an unpredictable [situation / event / result]
Vanlig feil:
Learners sometimes use *unpredictable* when they only mean *surprising*. *Unpredictable* suggests that you cannot reliably know in advance what will happen, not just that something is unusual. Another common error is misspelling it as *unpredictible*; the correct form is *unpredictable* with *-able*.
Synonymer
uncertain (Focuses on not being sure about the result; slightly more formal and broad in use.)
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erratic (Emphasizes irregular or uneven changes, often more negative in tone.)
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volatile (Often used for markets, situations, or emotions that can change very quickly and strongly.)
Antonymer
predictable (The direct opposite: something can be known or guessed in advance without surprise.)
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stable (Suggests not changing much over time, the opposite of frequent or surprising change.)
Ordkombinasjoner
highly unpredictable
|wildly unpredictable
|unpredictable weather
|unpredictable results
|unpredictable market
|unpredictable outcome
Temaer
daily life
|risk
|weather
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- The stock market has been extremely unpredictable this year.
- Because the weather is so unpredictable, they decided to postpone the outdoor concert.
- Results from the early trials were too unpredictable to draw clear conclusions.
- Travel plans remain unpredictable while the strike continues.
- The volcano’s behavior is unpredictable, so the area is under constant monitoring.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
- The weather in this city is very unpredictable.
- The result of the game was unpredictable until the last minute.
- Her travel schedule is unpredictable, so I never know when she will be home.
- Online sales can be unpredictable from month to month.
adjective
B2
property
2
person whose behavior changes unexpectedly
If a person is unpredictable, you never know how they will act or feel from one time to the next.
Bruksmønster:
an unpredictable [person / child / character]
Vanlig feil:
Learners sometimes use *unpredictable* when they mean *unique* or *interesting*. Calling a person *unpredictable* usually has a negative or cautious tone, suggesting you cannot depend on their behavior. For a positive meaning, words like *creative* or *original* are often better.
Synonymer
impulsive (Emphasizes acting suddenly without thinking, not always about long-term unpredictability.)
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fickle (Often describes people who change their likes, support, or feelings easily; can sound critical.)
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erratic (Highlights irregular, sometimes strange behavior that is hard to foresee.)
Antonymer
consistent (Describes someone who behaves in a regular, expected way over time.)
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reliable (Suggests a person can be trusted to act in a steady, expected way.)
Ordkombinasjoner
an unpredictable person
|unpredictable behavior
|unpredictable mood
|unpredictable temper
|emotionally unpredictable
Temaer
personality
|emotions
|daily life
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- He’s so unpredictable that his friends never know whether he’ll actually show up.
- Toddlers can be emotionally unpredictable, laughing one minute and crying the next.
- Her boss is unpredictable, so everyone is careful about what they say around him.
- The dog was friendly but unpredictable, sometimes snapping without warning.
- The character is fascinating because he’s charming yet deeply unpredictable.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
- My manager is very unpredictable and often changes his plans.
- Teenagers can be unpredictable and hard to understand.
- She is kind, but her mood is unpredictable.
- His actions are unpredictable, so people do not trust him with big jobs.
Grammatikk
Oppslagsform
unpredictable
IPA
GB/ˌʌnpɹɪdˈɪktəbəl/
US/ˌʌnpɹɪdˈɪktəbəl/
Stavelser og trykk
un - pre - dict - able (4 stavelser)
Stress on 3rd syllable (dict)
Bøyingsformer
Adjective
- Base: unpredictable
Ordfamilie
Core family
Related words
predictably
adverb
predictor
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
unpredictably
adverb
Advanced or less common
Uttrykk
unpredictable weather
1/ˌʌnpɹɪdˈɪktəbəl wˈɛðɚ/
fixed phrase
weather that changes unexpectedly
Weather that changes often and in a way you cannot know in advance.
Eksempler
- Because of the unpredictable weather in spring, you should always carry an umbrella.
- The region is known for its unpredictable weather, with sunshine and storms in the same afternoon.
- Unpredictable weather makes it hard for farmers to plan their work.