Adjective
arbitrary
IPA /ˈɑːbɪtrəri/
Based on someone's choice or chance rather than a clear reason, rule or fair system.
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The landlord's arbitrary restrictions left us unsure what was allowed.
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IPA /ˈɑːbɪtrəri/
Based on someone's choice or chance rather than a clear reason, rule or fair system.
The landlord's arbitrary restrictions left us unsure what was allowed.
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