nomadic
UK: /nəʊˈmæd.ɪk/ | US: /noʊˈmæd.ɪk/
adj. relating to or characteristic of nomads; wandering, migratory
adj. (figuratively) unsettled or mobile in lifestyle or habits
The word "nomadic" derives from "nomad," which traces back to Greek "nomas" (wandering, roaming), originally referring to pastoral tribes who moved seasonally with their herds. The suffix "-ic" (from Latin "-icus") forms adjectives, giving "nomadic" its meaning of "pertaining to wanderers." The term reflects the historical lifestyle of groups like the Mongols or Bedouins, later extended metaphorically to describe modern mobile lifestyles.
The nomadic tribes of the Sahara traverse vast deserts in search of water.
Digital nomads embrace a nomadic lifestyle, working remotely from different countries.
Nomadic herders in Mongolia rely on yurts for portable shelter.
Some birds exhibit nomadic behavior, following unpredictable food sources.
His nomadic career involved frequent moves between tech startups.