arbitrary
US /ˈɑrbɪˌtrɛri/
・UK /ˈɑ:bitrəri/
B1
adjective
- (Of decisions) unsupported; without any evidence
- (Of power or a ruling system) unrestrained and autocratic in the exercise of authority.
- Relating to, or derived of law.
- Using unlimited power without considering others.
- Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
- Unrestrained and autocratic in the exercise of authority.
- Unreasonable; unsupported.
- Based on or subject to individual discretion or preference, often without regard for fairness or consistency.
- Unrestrained and autocratic in the use of authority.