Arbitrarily

/ˌɑːr.bɪˈtrɛr.ɪ.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

The judges were criticized for making decisions arbitrarily, without considering the facts of each case.

In a manner that does not follow any specific rules or patterns.

The company arbitrarily changed their policies, leaving employees confused about the new regulations.

In a way that is unjustifiable or capricious.

The professor assigned grades arbitrarily, leading to complaints from students about fairness.

From Medieval Latin 'arbitrarius', meaning 'of uncertain choice'.

arbitrarily chosen

Selected without a systematic method.

arbitrarily decided

Determined without fixed rules.

arbitrary

Based on random choice rather than any reason or system.

arbitrate

To settle or decide a dispute.