unpredictable
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Other Word Forms
- unpredictability noun
- unpredictableness noun
- unpredictably adverb
Etymology
Origin of unpredictable
First recorded in 1855–60; un- 1 + predictable
Example Sentences
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That is to say, “I Love Boosters” is, above all else, wild, rollicking and unpredictable.
From Los Angeles Times
Following a fortnight off, Scotland's top flight returns with gameweek 30 of a season as unpredictable as it is enthralling.
From BBC
In the real world, of course, markets are unpredictable.
From MarketWatch
Although access does sometimes come back, it is unpredictable and usually for short periods.
From BBC
The company warned that unpredictable rules and lengthy legal procedures would hurt Italy's business climate, but said it would comply with its tax obligations.
From Barron's
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