Unpredictability

Pronunciation: /ˌʌn.prɪˌdɪk.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Definitions of unpredictability

noun the quality or state of being unpredictable

Example Sentences

A1 The weather in this city has a lot of unpredictability.

A2 She enjoys the unpredictability of traveling to new places.

B1 The unpredictability of the stock market makes it risky for investors.

B2 The unpredictability of his behavior made it difficult to know how he would react.

C1 The unpredictability of the political situation has caused concern among citizens.

C2 The unpredictability of the outcome added to the suspense of the game.

Examples of unpredictability in a Sentence

formal The stock market is known for its unpredictability, making it a risky investment.

informal I never know what to expect with the weather here, it's so unpredictable.

slang Life is full of ups and downs, it's just the way the cookie crumbles.

figurative Navigating through the unpredictability of life is like sailing through a stormy sea.

Grammatical Forms of unpredictability

• plural: unpredictabilities
• comparative: more unpredictable
• superlative: most unpredictable
• present tense: unpredictability
• future tense: will be unpredictable
• perfect tense: has been unpredictable
• continuous tense: is being unpredictable
• singular: unpredictability
• positive degree: unpredictable
• infinitive: to be unpredictable
• gerund: unpredictability
• participle: unpredictable

Origin and Evolution of unpredictability

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'unpredictability' originated from the Latin word 'praedictus' meaning 'foretold' and the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unpredictability' has come to refer to the state or quality of being unable to be predicted or foreseen, emphasizing the element of uncertainty and randomness.