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chaotic

[key-ot-ik] / keɪˈɒt ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
utterly confused
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anarchic disorganized helter-skelter lawless tumultuous turbulent
WEAK
deranged disordered every which way harum-scarum purposeless rampageous riotous topsy-turvy turbid uncontrolled
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm
WEAK
harmonized normal ordered organized quiet systematic

Example Sentences

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The 32-year-old clothier regularly navigates chaotic traffic to deliver luxury clothes and footwear to customers across the megacity of Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Until Friday there’d actually been something of a Genoissance; Auriemma the defending champion who’d conquered the chaotic NIL era of college basketball and returned UConn to the summit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

It also has frustrated some former federal prosecutors that fled the office under Essayli’s chaotic tenure.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

We just survived March 2026, one of the most chaotic and freakish months in my lifetime, and probably yours too.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

What is terrifying about improv is the fact that it appears utterly random and chaotic.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell