Cool MateMeaning of Arbitrary
not seeming to be based on a reason, system or plan and sometimes seeming unfair
In simple words: Chosen randomly or without any reason.
Arbitrary in a sentence
- The choice of players for the team seemed completely arbitrary.
- He makes unpredictable, arbitrary decisions.
- the arbitrary powers of officials
How to use Arbitrary
Used in academic or technical contexts, it may sound too formal in casual conversation. Avoid using when you mean something more specific, like 'random' or 'unintentional'.
Grammar pattern
arbitrary + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'arbitrary' like 'art + berry' — you can pick any berry randomly for your art.
Related words
Collocations with Arbitrary
Synonyms for Arbitrary
- random
- capricious
- whimsical
- unmotivated
- haphazard
Opposites of Arbitrary
- necessary
- justifiable
- systematic
Common mistakes with Arbitrary
- Confused with 'arbitrate', which means to settle a dispute.
- Using it where 'random' is more appropriate.
- Mixing up 'arbitrary' with 'arbitrary choice' instead of 'arbitrary decision'.
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Arbitrary in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
عشوائي
مختار بشكل عشوائي أو بدون أي سبب.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ইচ্ছামত
এলোমেলোভাবে বা কোনো কারণ ছাড়াই বেছে নেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Willkürlich
Zufällig oder ohne Grund gewählt.
- SpanishEspañol
Arbitrario
Elegido al azar o sin ninguna razón.
- Persianفارسی
دلخواه، دلبخواهی، دلبخواهی
به صورت تصادفی یا بدون هیچ دلیلی انتخاب شده است.
- FrenchFrançais
Arbitraire
Choisi au hasard ou sans raison particulière.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मनमाना/अनियंत्रित
बिना किसी कारण के या बेतरतीब ढंग से चुना गया।
- ItalianItaliano
Arbitrario
Scelto a caso o senza un motivo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Arbitrário
Escolhido aleatoriamente ou sem motivo algum.
- RussianРусский
Произвольный, случайный
Выбранный случайным образом или без какой-либо причины.
- Urduاردو
من مانی, خودسرانه, دلبخواهی
بے وجہ یا بغیر کسی وجہ کے منتخب کیا گیا۔
- Chinese中文
任意的
随机选择或没有任何理由。
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Arbitrary
What does Arbitrary mean?
Chosen randomly or without any reason.
What is the definition of Arbitrary?
not seeming to be based on a reason, system or plan and sometimes seeming unfair
How do you use Arbitrary in a sentence?
The choice of players for the team seemed completely arbitrary.
Can you give another example of Arbitrary?
He makes unpredictable, arbitrary decisions.
What are synonyms for Arbitrary?
Common alternatives include random, capricious, whimsical, unmotivated, haphazard.
What is the opposite of Arbitrary?
Opposite meanings include necessary, justifiable, systematic.
What words go with Arbitrary?
It commonly pairs with be, seem, completely, entirely, purely.
What are common mistakes when using Arbitrary?
Confused with 'arbitrate', which means to settle a dispute. Using it where 'random' is more appropriate. Mixing up 'arbitrary' with 'arbitrary choice' instead of 'arbitrary decision'.
How do you pronounce Arbitrary?
US: /["/ˈɑːrbɪtreri/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɑːbɪtrəri//ˈɑːbɪtri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Arbitrary?
Used in academic or technical contexts, it may sound too formal in casual conversation. Avoid using when you mean something more specific, like 'random' or 'unintentional'.
What CEFR level is Arbitrary?
"Arbitrary" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.