Errant is an adjective that means straying outside the proper path.

The Latin word Ire (EAR ay) means ‘to go.’ In time this word evolved and became the English word for ‘straying.’ Errant can mean ‘behaving in an improper manner’ or it can simply mean to ‘wander about.’

I love taking a stroll along the creek, but if you’re not careful, it’s easy to find yourself traveling down an errant path. All those trees look alike after a while and it’s not difficult to wander off course.