random

[ˈrændəm]

random Definition

• 1. made, done, or happening without method or conscious decision
• 2. unpredictable in an interesting or exciting way

Using random: Examples

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

• Example

  I just picked a random book off the shelf.

• Example

  The winner was chosen by a random drawing.

• Example

  We took a random walk through the city.

• Example

  The computer generated a random number.

random Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for random

• arbitrary
• haphazard
• chance
• accidental
• unplanned

Antonyms for random

• systematic
• methodical
• predictable

Phrases with random

• at random

  without a definite plan, aim, or purpose

  Example

  She chose her clothes at random from the wardrobe.

• random act of kindness

  a spontaneous and unexpected gesture of goodwill towards another person

  Example

  He bought coffee for the stranger behind him in line as a random act of kindness.

• random sample

  a sample taken from a larger population that is chosen randomly, so that each member of the population has an equal chance of being included in the sample

  Example

  The survey was conducted using a random sample of 1000 people.

Origins of random

from Old French 'randon', meaning 'impetuosity, speed, force'

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Summary: random in Brief

The term 'random' [ˈrændəm] refers to something made, done, or happening without method or conscious decision. It can also mean unpredictable in an interesting or exciting way. Examples include 'The computer generated a random number.' and 'We took a random walk through the city.' Phrases like 'at random' denote a lack of plan or purpose, while 'random act of kindness' describes a spontaneous gesture of goodwill.