Arbitrariness

Pronunciation: /ɑrˈbɪtrərinəs/

Definitions of arbitrariness

noun the quality of being based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system

Example Sentences

A1 The arbitrariness of the rules confused the new students.

A2 The teacher's arbitrariness in grading assignments was frustrating for the students.

B1 The company's arbitrariness in decision-making led to a lot of confusion among employees.

B2 The arbitrariness of the judge's ruling raised questions about fairness in the legal system.

C1 The arbitrariness of the government's policies sparked protests and calls for reform.

C2 The artist's work explored themes of power, control, and arbitrariness in society.

Examples of arbitrariness in a Sentence

formal The decision was made with a sense of arbitrariness, lacking any clear rationale.

informal I don't understand the arbitrariness of their rules.

slang The teacher's grading system is full of arbitrariness, it's so unfair.

figurative The artist embraced the arbitrariness of abstract painting, allowing for spontaneity and creativity.

Grammatical Forms of arbitrariness

• plural: arbitrarinesses
• comparative: more arbitrary
• superlative: most arbitrary
• present tense: arbitrariness
• future tense: will be arbitrary
• perfect tense: has been arbitrary
• continuous tense: is being arbitrary
• singular: arbitrariness
• positive degree: arbitrary
• infinitive: to be arbitrary
• gerund: being arbitrary
• participle: arbitrary

Origin and Evolution of arbitrariness

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'arbitrariness' originated from the Latin word 'arbitrarius', meaning 'dependent on the will or discretion'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'arbitrariness' has come to refer to the quality of being based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.