wandering

B2 · Upper Intermediate

adj. describing a mind or gaze that is not staying on one topic or object.

adj. characterised by a lack of focus or concentration; shifting aimlessly between thoughts or visual points.

“He had a wandering mind and found it hard to finish his homework.”

“The professor noticed the student's wandering gaze and realized the lecture had failed to capture the class's interest.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Literary

n. the act of walking or travelling around with no particular goal.

n. the act of travelling or roaming without a predetermined destination or itinerary.

“After years of wandering, he finally decided to buy a house by the sea.”

“Her restless wandering through the ancient city streets eventually led her to a small, forgotten chapel near the river.”

C2 · Proficiency Plural noun Medicine Technical · Formal

n. speech that is confused or does not make sense, often because of a high fever.

n. disordered or delirious speech, typically resulting from illness or mental confusion.

“The patient's wandering made it difficult for the doctor to understand his symptoms.”

“During the height of the fever, the patient's quiet wanderings suggested a deep state of cognitive disorientation.”