random

/ˈrændəm/

Definitions

1. adjective

happening or done without method or conscious decision; made, done, or chosen without a pattern or plan.

“She picked a random number for the lottery.”

2. noun

a number, amount, or thing chosen at random.

“He drew a random from the hat.”

3. verb

to make or do something in a random way.

“They will random their course for the day.”

4. adverb

in a random way.

“The numbers were randomised by a computer program.”

Synonyms

  • casual
  • chance
  • haphazard

Antonyms

  • organized
  • planned
  • systematic