Definition of Arbitrary
not done for any particular reason; chosen or done at random
Examples of Arbitrary in a sentence
In spite of the cold weather, we made an arbitrary trip to the beach. 🔊
He made an arbitrary decision to take the car. 🔊
Because the group could not come to a decision on lunch, Katherine made an arbitrary choice and ordered pizza. 🔊
Although the rule was arbitrary and ridiculous, Jack was punished for breaking it. 🔊
When the judge started making arbitrary rulings that were not based on law, he was reprimanded by the governor. 🔊
If your bank charges you arbitrary fees, you should look for a new place to store your money! 🔊
Since Jake’s teacher disliked him, she came up with an arbitrary punishment to help him remember his homework. 🔊
Fortunately, income taxes are not arbitrary. 🔊
Because he was upset about his divorce, the police officer made a number of arbitrary arrests. 🔊
Emily made an arbitrary decision to drive across the country. 🔊
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