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chaos
[key-os]
noun
a state of utter confusion or disorder; a total lack of organization or order.
any confused, disorderly mass.
a chaos of meaningless phrases.
the infinity of space or formless matter supposed to have preceded the existence of the ordered universe.
(initial capital letter), the personification of this in any of several ancient Greek myths.
Obsolete., a chasm or abyss.
chaos
/ ˈkeɪɒs, keɪˈɒtɪk /
noun
complete disorder; utter confusion
(usually capital) the disordered formless matter supposed to have existed before the ordered universe
an obsolete word for abyss
chaos
The behavior of systems that follow deterministic laws but appear random and unpredictable. Chaotic systems very are sensitive to initial conditions; small changes in those conditions can lead to quite different outcomes. One example of chaotic behavior is the flow of air in conditions of turbulence.
See more at fractal
Other Word Forms
- chaotic adjective
- chaotically adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of chaos1
Example Sentences
A Russian delegate described proceedings as "chaos" as he addressed the plenary Friday after talks had lasted into the early hours.
Wall Street can help investors navigate the chaos—a little.
Retail shops and restaurants often close bathrooms to noncustomers to manage chaos and costs.
The White House’s late-night announcement of the program restrictions sparked days of chaos.
France Inc. isn’t totally immune to chaos in the National Assembly.
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