erratic software

[ɪˈrætɪk ˈsɒftweər]
nounpl: erratic software programs / erratic softwares
software errático / software instável
1. Computer software that behaves unpredictably, inconsistently, or unreliably, often causing unexpected errors, crashes, or malfunctions
The erratic software kept freezing whenever users tried to save their files.
O software errático continuava travando sempre que os usuários tentavam salvar seus arquivos.
2. Application or program with inconsistent performance characterized by bugs, glitches, or unstable operation
We had to replace the erratic software because it was causing too many system crashes.
Tivemos que substituir o software instável porque estava causando muitas falhas no sistema.
In Brazilian tech culture, erratic software is commonly discussed in IT support and customer service contexts. The term reflects the widespread frustration with poorly developed applications. In American tech sectors, companies often release patches or updates to fix erratic software quickly to maintain user satisfaction and brand reputation.
NYC Slang
buggy mess / broken app
Synonyms / Sinônimos
buggy softwareunstable softwareunreliable softwareglitchy softwaremalfunctioning softwaredefective software
Antonyms / Antônimos
stable softwarereliable softwarerobust softwaredependable softwarefunctional software

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
software errático / software instável
Most common and widely understood term in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
programa que não funciona direito
More colloquial, literal translation commonly used in conversation
São Paulo
software problemático / software defeituoso
Technical and business environments prefer these terms
Portugal
software instável / programa errático
Portuguese speakers use similar terms with slight vocabulary preferences

Related Words

bugglitchcrashmalfunctiondebuggingpatchsystem failuresoftware performance

Related Idioms & Phrases

software gone haywire
acting up (as in: the software is acting up)
on the fritz
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