randomize

verb

ran·​dom·​ize ˈran-də-ˌmīz How to pronounce randomize (audio)
randomized; randomizing

transitive verb

: to select, assign, or arrange in a random way
randomization noun
randomizer noun

Examples of randomize in a Sentence

The numbers have been randomized. A randomized study of patients treated with the drug showed it to be effective.
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Participants were randomized to either a control group, a Mediterranean diet-only group, a beetroot juice-only group, or a Mediterranean diet plus beetroot juice group. Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024 The participants were randomized into two groups for the study. Simon Spichak, Health, 24 Oct. 2024 There are a lot of new layers to the Zombies mode this time around with elaborate boss fights, randomized, time sensitive power-ups, upgradable items, and multiple ways to explore. Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024 Participants were randomized to take either a placebo or chance piedra for four weeks. Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for randomize 

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of randomize was in 1926

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“Randomize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/randomize. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

randomize

verb
ran·​dom·​ize ˈran-də-ˌmīz How to pronounce randomize (audio)
randomized; randomizing
: to make random
shuffling randomizes playing cards

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