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arbitrary

IPA pronunciation: /ˈɑː.bɪ.trər.i/

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Russian meaning

Произвольный, случайный

English definition

Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than reason or system.

Example

The decision appeared completely arbitrary without empirical backing.

Collocations

arbitrary decision
arbitrary rule
seem arbitrary

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