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randomness

American  
[ran-duhm-nis] / ˈræn dəm nɪs /

noun

  1. the quality or state of being random.

Other Word Forms

  • non-randomness noun
  • pseudo-randomness noun

Example Sentences

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It’s the branch of mathematics that analyzes randomness, uncertainty and the likelihood of certain outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal

The MLB playoffs are notoriously fickle and subject to randomness that prevents dynasties.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nutt said there was a "tragic randomness" and unpredictability to meningitis outbreaks.

From BBC

The System is inspired by randomness within nature and the somatic elements of breakdancing, which Jonas grew up doing in Venice Beach.

From Los Angeles Times

“There is a sort of randomness both from a political perspective and then in terms of market reactions to all of this.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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