random — happening, done, or chosen without method or conscious decision
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: happening, done, or chosen without method or conscious decision
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrændəm/
Example Sentences
- My mom's cooking follows no recipe - it's completely random, but somehow always delicious!
- The teacher will select students at random for the presentation.
- He has a random habit of singing opera while brushing his teeth.
random
ADJECTIVE[/ˈrændəm/]
happening, done, or chosen without method or conscious decision
The machine produces completely random objects with no clear pattern.
A puppy ran around and randomly picked one ball from a pile of toys. (RAN + DUMB → a puppy runs around and chooses randomly)
Two friends made a random choice, rode a tandem bicycle, and imagined chasing a phantom.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'random' meaning 'impetuosity' or 'violence', derived from Old French 'randon' meaning 'speed' or 'force', ultimately from Germanic roots related to running or rushing.
Breakdown
rand- (from Old French randon, meaning force/speed) + -om (suffix creating abstract noun) = random (without deliberate plan or method)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's cooking follows no recipe - it's completely random, but somehow always delicious!”
“The teacher will select students at random for the presentation.”
“He has a random habit of singing opera while brushing his teeth.”
“The survey used a random sampling method to ensure accuracy.”
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