Definition

The quality of being based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system.

Example

The arbitrariness of the rules made it difficult for players to understand how to win the game.

Conversation

I was reading about the concept of arbitrariness in decision-making.

Oh really? What did it say?

It mentioned how sometimes choices seem random due to arbitrariness in our reasoning.

That makes sense; it’s interesting how our minds work like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arbitrariness → It is formed from "arbitrare" (meaning to judge or decide) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "arbitrariness" refers to the quality of being based on random choice or personal whim rather than any reason or system.

Memory Tip

Think of the act of 'judging' ('arbitrare') something based on personal choice, which helps you remember that 'arbitrariness' means the quality of being based on random decisions.

Visually Confused Words