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August 27, 2028

arbitrary

/ˈɑɹ.bɪ.tɹɛ(ə).ɹi/adjective

(usually of a decision) Based on individual discretion or judgment; not based on any objective distinction, perhaps even made at random.

Example sentences

  • Benjamin Franklin's designation of "positive" and "negative" to different charges was arbitrary.
  • The equation is true for an arbitrary value of x.

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