Arbitrary
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Arbitrary [ahr-bi-trer-ee]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

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

Example

The decision to change the rules was arbitrary and unfair.

An arbitrary government is not healthy for the human development in the country. 

Synonyms

Random, Capricious, Whimsical, Unpredictable, Erratic, Subjective, Unreasonable, Willful, Haphazard, Chance

Antonyms

Rational, Reasonable, Logical, Justified, Methodical, Deliberate, Fair, Planned, Organized, Consistent