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Arbitrary define in simple terms
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"Arbitrary" — chosen without a clear rule, reason, or plan.
Simple points:
- If something is arbitrary, it seems random or based on personal whim.
- In math, "an arbitrary number" means any number you pick (not a specific one), used to show a general truth.
- In law or fairness, "arbitrary" can mean unfair or not based on good reasons.
Examples:
- Picking a pencil by closing your eyes is arbitrary.
- A boss firing someone for no explained reason is arbitrary (unfair).
- "For any arbitrary x" in a math proof means "for any x you choose."
Synonyms: random, capricious, whimsical, unreasoned.
Antonyms: planned, justified, reasoned, deliberate.
Simple points:
- If something is arbitrary, it seems random or based on personal whim.
- In math, "an arbitrary number" means any number you pick (not a specific one), used to show a general truth.
- In law or fairness, "arbitrary" can mean unfair or not based on good reasons.
Examples:
- Picking a pencil by closing your eyes is arbitrary.
- A boss firing someone for no explained reason is arbitrary (unfair).
- "For any arbitrary x" in a math proof means "for any x you choose."
Synonyms: random, capricious, whimsical, unreasoned.
Antonyms: planned, justified, reasoned, deliberate.
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