arbitrary

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arbitrary

(adjective)

Meaning

based on random choice

Example

"The rules seemed arbitrary and unfair to the students."

Synonyms

randomcapriciousdiscretionary

Antonyms

logicalsystematicjustified

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'arbiter', meaning judge or witness.
Related word forms
  • adverb: arbitrarily

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