unpredictable

adjective

un·pre·dict·able ˌən-pri-ˈdik-tə-bəl

Synonyms of unpredictable next

: not predictable: such as

: not able to be known or declared in advance

unpredictable weather

: tending to behave in ways that cannot be predicted

an unpredictable boss

unpredictably

ˌən-pri-ˈdik-tə-blē

adverb

changes that occur unpredictably

unpredictability

ˌən-pri-ˌdik-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē

noun

the unpredictability of the weather

Examples of unpredictable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Hollywood decision makers will look at an unpredictable and likely unrepeatable concurrence and see a readily exploitable template. —

Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2023 Sound, rugged and sufficiently unpredictable, the Wolverines are true to the persona of their square-jawed, quirky coach. —

Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Nov. 2023 Though the nest is cramped and the schedule is unpredictable, Teresa falls into the swing of her new job. —

Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 17 Nov. 2023 Taylor Swift’s Midnights and SZA’s SOS feel like the undeniable front-runners for the Album of the Year prize at the 2024 Grammys — but then again, Recording Academy voters are equally capable of being totally predictable and wildly unpredictable. —

Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2023 On top of that, the unpredictable nature of these seizures can also lead to anxiety and depression and take a toll on someone’s mental well-being. —

Michelle Pugle, Health, 7 Nov. 2023 Boxing is probably an unpredictable pain point for [them]. —

Tyler R. Tynes, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2023 Its soft, water-resistant exterior protects contents from all of the bang-ups and unpredictable weather that goes hand-in-hand with traveling. —

Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 11 Nov. 2023 Hotel pillows can be unpredictable, so save yourself the neck cramps by bringing your own. —

Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 10 Nov. 2023 See More

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