Arbitrary and Purposeless

Arbitrary

Arbitrary adjective - Lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern.
Usage example: the order of the names of the 10 semifinalists is entirely arbitrary

Purposeless and arbitrary are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Purposeless" instead an adjective "Arbitrary".

Purposeless

Purposeless adjective - Not evidencing any purpose or goal.

Arbitrary and purposeless are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Arbitrary" instead an adjective "Purposeless".

Nearby Words: purpose, purposeful
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