Definition: Chaos denotes a state of complete disorder and confusion. It’s commonly used to describe situations or conditions where there is a total lack of organisation or predictability. In scientific terms, chaos refers to the behaviour of a complex system that appears random due to its sensitivity to small changes in conditions.
Etymology and Origin: The term ‘chaos’ originates from the Greek word ‘χάος’ (khaos), which meant ‘abyss‘ or ‘vast chasm’. In ancient Greek mythology, Chaos was the initial void or emptiness from which the first entities of the universe emerged. The English use of ‘chaos’ to imply complete disorder and confusion became widespread in the 17th century.
