Chaos
WordNet
noun
(1) (physics) a dynamical system that is extremely sensitive to its initial conditions
(2) (Greek mythology) the most ancient of gods; the personification of the infinity of space preceding creation of the universe
(3) The formless and disordered state of matter before the creation of the cosmos
(4) A state of extreme confusion and disorder
WiktionaryText
Noun
- A state of disorder.
- A force that seeks to spread disorder.
- Behaviour that appears random and yet is governed by exact mathematical equations and so is actually deterministic. Chaotic systems typically exhibit exquisite sensitivity to initial conditions.
- An unseen force or energy believed to drive the universe.
Etymology
Borrowed from , from .