Random
Random adjective - Lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern.
Usage example: since we were new in town, our choice of a vet for our dog was entirely random
Systematic
Systematic adjective - Following a set method, arrangement, or pattern.
Random is an antonym for systematic.
Both words in one sentence
- Systematic Chaos: "Constant Motion", almost ("Random thoughts of neat disorder") (Neat disorder = systematic chaos)
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