Definition

In a way that cannot be predicted or foreseen; unexpectedly.

Example

The weather changed unpredictably, making it hard to plan our picnic.

Conversation

Did you see how the weather changed so quickly today?

Yeah, it was so unpredictably sunny this morning!

I know, right? One minute it was cloudy and the next it was bright.

Exactly! It keeps us on our toes with these sudden changes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unpredictably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "predict" (from Latin "praedicere", meaning to foretell), and "-ably" (meaning in a manner that can be). The word "unpredictably" means in a manner that cannot be foreseen or anticipated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being able to 'foretell' ('predict') something — that's why unpredictable means something that cannot be predicted.

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