randomise
Translation
to randomize, to make random
Examples
The names were randomised in the list.
The names were randomized in the list.
We need to randomise the selection process.
We need to randomize the selection process.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) random We need to randomize the list of names.
Similar Words
Synonyms: jumble, shuffle; Antonyms: order, organize, systematize
Etymology
Formed from the word 'random' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. Note the '-ise' spelling in British English vs. '-ize' in American English.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ize' often means 'to make something into...'. So, 'to randomize' means 'to make something random'.