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kay-OT-ik/keɪˈɒtɪk/

Chaotic means in complete confusion, without order. Chaos is the noun (already in the dictionary). Disorganised is weaker; messy is informal. Rail: arrivals were chaotic after the strike.

Meaning

In a state of complete confusion and lack of order.

Examples

• “Arrivals were chaotic after the rail strike.”
• “A chaotic inbox is informal; a chaotic evacuation is the news sense.”

Good to know

chaotic + noun. Noun: chaos. Weaker: disorganised. Transport / A&E. Not “chaotical”.

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