aleatory

UK
/ˈeɪlɪətəri/
US
/ˈeɪlɪˌtɔri/

Translations

aleatoryadjective
more aleatory
Comp.
most aleatory
Super.
UK
/ˈeɪlɪətəri/
US
/ˈeɪlɪˌtɔri/
The aleatory nature of the lottery makes it impossible to predict the winner.
La nature aléatoire de la loterie rend impossible de prédire le gagnant.
Additional translations
hasardeuxSe dit surtout d’un résultat dépendant du hasard; registre plus littéraire ou moins technique.

Definitions

aleatoryadjective
Dependent on chance, luck, or an uncertain outcome.
The aleatory nature of the lottery makes it impossible to predict the winner.
Relating to or characterized by random elements or events.
The aleatory composition of the music piece made each performance unique.
(Law) Relating to a contract or obligation whose fulfillment depends on an uncertain or contingent event.
Insurance is an aleatory contract because the insurer's performance depends on a covered loss actually occurring.