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haphazard

//ˌhæpˈhæzəd//
English Definition
Lacking order or plan; random.
中文释义
杂乱无章的;随意的
Example Sentence

The haphazard arrangement of fossils in the display case made it challenging for visitors to follow the evolutionary timeline.

陈列柜中化石的杂乱无章排列使游客难以理解进化时间线。

Synonyms
random disorganized chaotic
Antonyms
systematic methodical
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
hap(运气) + hazard(偶然) → 碰运气 → 无序。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “haphazard”?

  1. A Aware; having knowledge.
  2. B Changeable; not constant.
  3. C Lacking order or plan; random.
  4. D Unwarranted; uncalled-for; free.
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C — Lacking order or plan; random.. “haphazard” means Lacking order or plan; random..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “Lacking order or plan; random.”?

  1. A haphazard
  2. B cognizant
  3. C fickle
  4. D gratuitous
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A — haphazard. “haphazard” means Lacking order or plan; random..

Common questions about “haphazard”

What does “haphazard” mean?

haphazard — Lacking order or plan; random.. In Chinese: 杂乱无章的;随意的.

How do you pronounce “haphazard”?

haphazard is pronounced //ˌhæpˈhæzəd//.

How is “haphazard” used in a sentence?

The haphazard arrangement of fossils in the display case made it challenging for visitors to follow the evolutionary timeline. (陈列柜中化石的杂乱无章排列使游客难以理解进化时间线。)

What are synonyms for “haphazard”?

random, disorganized, chaotic — all close in meaning to haphazard (Lacking order or plan; random.).

What is the opposite of “haphazard”?

systematic, methodical — each the opposite of haphazard (Lacking order or plan; random.).

Is “haphazard” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. haphazard is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “haphazard”?

hap(运气) + hazard(偶然) → 碰运气 → 无序。

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