Random

Meaning

without pattern or predetermined order; happening by chance

made, done, happening, or chosen without method or conscious decision

Made, done, or happening without method or conscious decision.

Example Sentences

She selected a random book from the library shelf.

The teacher chose a random student to answer the question.

He made a random choice from the menu.

Example Expressions

at random

Synonyms

arbitrary, chance, haphazard, accidental, casual, aimless, unplanned

Entry 1

arbitrary, chance, haphazard, accidental

Entry 2

arbitrary, chance, haphazard, casual

Entry 3

arbitrary, haphazard, aimless, unplanned

Antonyms

planned, systematic, organized, deliberate, ordered

Entry 1

planned, systematic, organized, deliberate

Entry 2

systematic, planned, deliberate, ordered

Entry 3

systematic, planned, deliberate

Collocations

random selection, random number, random choice, random sample, random order, random event, purely random

Entry 1

random selection, random number, random choice

Entry 2

random sample, random number, random selection, random order

Entry 3

random selection, random sample, random event, purely random