Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

random

adjective

/ˈrændəm/

Definition

occurring without a definite plan or aim; made or done by chance.

Examples

The results of the survey were random, as participants were chosen from different backgrounds.
She picked a card at random from the deck.
The random selection of names ensured fairness in the competition.

Meaning

The term ‘random’ refers to something that lacks a predictable pattern or order, often happening by chance rather than through deliberate decision-making.