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arbitrary

[ˈɑːrbɪtreri]

📖 Definition

adj. based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system; (of power or a ruling body) unrestrained and autocratic in the use of authority

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A blindfolded judge throwing darts at a board of options

💬 Example Sentence

The teacher's arbitrary grading frustrated hardworking students.

🎵 Music Connection

"Life Is a Highway" by Tom Cochrane

Life's twists and turns feel arbitrary, with no clear reason for direction.

📝 Word Roots & Related

arbiter n.

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