arbitrarily

/'ɑ:bitrərili/
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arbitrarily

The manager arbitrarily chose the next project from the list.

Definition
  1. Adverb:
    • In a manner based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system: The core meaning describes an action done without a clear, logical, or fair basis. It implies a lack of objective criteria or predictable rules.
    • In an autocratic or dictatorial manner: This meaning relates to using power without justification or consultation, often in a way that seems unfair or unreasonable.
Usage Examples
  • Adverb:
    • The manager arbitrarily decided to change the schedule without consulting the team. (This shows a decision made by personal whim, not reason.)
    • Names were selected arbitrarily from the list. (This indicates a random, unsystematic selection.)
    • The law should not be applied arbitrarily; it must be consistent for everyone. (This highlights the unfairness of an action without a fixed standard.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Arbitrarily assigned": Given or allocated without a logical or fair system.
    • The test groups were arbitrarily assigned, which may affect the study's results.
  • "Arbitrarily chosen": Selected on a random or subjective basis.
    • The starting point was an arbitrarily chosen number.
  • "Act arbitrarily": To behave or make decisions in a way that ignores rules or fairness.
    • A leader who acts arbitrarily will quickly lose the trust of the people.
Variants and Related Words
  • Arbitrary (adj): Based on random choice or personal whim, not reason or logic.
    • The arbitrary rules made no sense to anyone.
  • Arbitrariness (n): The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim.
    • The arbitrariness of the decision was widely criticized.
Synonyms
  • Randomly: In a way without a definite aim, pattern, or rule.
  • Capriciously: In a sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior.
  • Whimsically: In a playful or fanciful manner, especially in an unpredictable way.
  • Haphazardly: In a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization.
Antonyms
  • Systematically: In a methodical and organized manner.
  • Logically: In a way based on clear, sound reasoning.
  • Reasonably: In a fair and sensible way.
  • Methodically: In a very ordered and systematic way.
arbitrarily

The manager arbitrarily chose the next project from the list.

Adverb
  1. in a random manner
    • the houses were randomly scattered
    • bullets were fired into the crowd at random

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