Randomizer: meaning, definitions and examples

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randomizer

 

[ ˈrændəˌmaɪzər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

computer software

A device or system that generates a sequence of numbers or symbols that lack any pattern.

Synonyms

generator, sequencer

Examples of usage

  • The randomizer is used in computer programs to ensure unpredictability.
  • The randomizer function in the game creates different outcomes each time.
Context #2 | Noun

game design

A tool used to introduce unpredictability or variability in a game.

Synonyms

unpredictability tool, variable generator

Examples of usage

  • The game designer included a randomizer to make the gameplay more exciting.
  • Players enjoy the element of surprise that the randomizer adds to the game.
Context #3 | Noun

statistics

A process or mechanism used to select a sample or data points without bias.

Synonyms

selection tool, unbiased sampler

Examples of usage

  • The randomizer ensures that each participant has an equal chance of being selected for the survey.
  • Researchers used a randomizer to select the control group for the experiment.

Translations

Translations of the word "randomizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aleatorizador

🇮🇳 रैंडमाइज़र

🇩🇪 Zufallsgenerator

🇮🇩 pengacak

🇺🇦 рандомізатор

🇵🇱 generator losowy

🇯🇵 ランダマイザー

🇫🇷 randomiseur

🇪🇸 aleatorizador

🇹🇷 rastgele seçici

🇰🇷 무작위 생성기

🇸🇦 مولد عشوائي

🇨🇿 náhodný generátor

🇸🇰 náhodný generátor

🇨🇳 随机器

🇸🇮 naključni generator

🇮🇸 tilviljunara

🇰🇿 кездейсоқ таңдаушы

🇬🇪 შემთხვევითი გენერატორი

🇦🇿 təsadüfi seçici

🇲🇽 aleatorizador

Etymology

The term 'randomizer' originated from the combination of 'random' and '-izer', denoting a tool or mechanism that introduces randomness or unpredictability. The concept of randomness has been essential in various fields such as computer science, game design, and statistics to ensure fairness, excitement, and unbiased selections. The use of randomizers continues to evolve with advancements in technology and the increasing need for randomness in decision-making processes.

See also: random, randomizing, randomly, randomness.