randomly
Translation
by chance, without a plan, haphazardly
Examples
The numbers were chosen randomly.
The numbers were chosen by chance.
She randomly decided to go to the park.
She decided to go to the park without a plan.
Grammar Patterns
((modifies a verb)) to do sth. randomly The numbers were chosen randomly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: haphazardly, arbitrarily, by chance; Antonyms: systematically, deliberately
Etymology
From 'random' (without a definite aim or pattern) + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Imagine randomly picking a card from a well-shuffled deck.