arbitrary
Meaning
Characterized by a lack of systematic or objective reasoning, "arbitrary" refers to decisions or actions that are based on personal whim or random choice rather than any logical or established criteria, often implying an element of unpredictability or cap
💡 While "arbitrary" can denote randomness, it is important to distinguish it from "capricious," which carries a stronger connotation of unpredictability and whimsy; "arbitrary" may simply imply a lack of justification.
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