CEFR C1
arbitrary
Translation
恣意的な / 任意の / 理由のない
Meaning
Arbitrary means based on personal choice, chance, or whim rather than a clear reason, rule, or principle. In criticism, it often means unfair because no good reason is given.
Examples
- その罰金の額は恣意的に見えました。
The amount of the fine seemed arbitrary. - 委員会は恣意的な決定を避けようとしました。
The committee tried to avoid arbitrary decisions.