arbitrary
Pronunciation:
/ˈɑɹ.bɪ.tɹɛ(ə).ɹi//ˈɑː.bɪ.tɹi//ˈɑɹ.bɪ.tɹɛ(ə).ɹi/noun
Definitions
Anything arbitrary, such as an arithmetical value or a fee.
adjective
Definitions
(usually of a decision) Based on individual discretion or judgment; not based on any objective distinction, perhaps even made at random.
Example: Benjamin Franklin's designation of "positive" and "negative" to different charges was arbitrary.
Determined by impulse rather than reason; heavy-handed.
Any, out of all that are possible.
Example: The equation is true for an arbitrary value of x.
Determined by independent arbiter.