arbitrarily

[ˌɑːbɪˈtreərəli]

arbitrarily Definition

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

Using arbitrarily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "arbitrarily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The teacher arbitrarily assigned seats for the new students.

  • Example

    The company's dress code policy seemed to be arbitrarily enforced.

  • Example

    The decision was made arbitrarily without considering all the facts.

arbitrarily Synonyms and Antonyms

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Origins of arbitrarily

from Latin 'arbitrarius', meaning 'depending on the will of an arbiter'

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Summary: arbitrarily in Brief

'Arbitrarily' [ˌɑːbɪˈtreərəli] means based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system. It is often used to describe decisions or actions that are not based on logic or fairness, such as 'The teacher arbitrarily assigned seats for the new students.' 'Arbitrarily' is an adverb and can be used interchangeably with 'capriciously' and 'randomly.'