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Randomness

/ˈɹæn.dəm.nəs/ · noun

Meaning

The property of all possible outcomes being equally likely..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The property of all possible outcomes being equally likely.
  2. (mathematics) A type of circumstance or event that is described by a probability distribution.
  3. A measure of the lack of purpose, logic, or objectivity of an event.

Example Sentences

There was no randomness in the teacher's selection of the class representative.
"[…] We were seeing a randomness about failures that was very hard to manage, but with a better understanding we're able to prioritise more effectively."

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does randomness mean?

Randomness means The property of all possible outcomes being equally likely..

What is a synonym for randomness?

Common synonyms include haphazardness.

What is the opposite of randomness?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use randomness in a sentence?

There was no randomness in the teacher's selection of the class representative.

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