Chaogenous

/keɪ.ˈɑ.dʒə.nəs/ adjective

Definition

Producing or generating chaos; causing disorder or confusion; chaotic in origin or nature.

Etymology

From Greek 'chaos' (the primordial void or disorder) plus Latin '-genous' suffix (producing or generating). It's a rare, technical term combining chaos with the productive suffix.

Kelly Says

This is one of those wonderfully obscure scientific/philosophical terms that you'll almost never hear in conversation, but it perfectly captures the idea of chaos-generating forces—it's the kind of word brilliant but socially awkward characters would use!

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