Random
6 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Without pattern or predetermined order; happening by chance.
“She selected a random book from the shelf.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈrændəm/
Syllables
ran·dom
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Contains A,O vowels and double consonants.
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Scrabble
Worth 9 points; good consonant-vowel balance.
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