randomize

especially British, ran·dom·ise

[ran-duh-mahyz]

verb (used with object)

randomized, randomizing 

1. to order or select in a random manner, as in a sample or experiment, especially in order to reduce bias and interference caused by irrelevant variables; make random.

randomize

/ ˈrændəˌmaɪz /

verb

1. (tr) to set up (a selection process, sample, etc) in a deliberately random way in order to enhance the statistical validity of any results obtained

Other Word Forms

• randomization noun
• randomizer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of randomize¹

First recorded in 1925–30; random + -ize

Example Sentences

“I’m very clear with them that we need to do rigorous reproducible randomized controlled trials at the proper scale to really understand, does this drug work and in whom?” she says.

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In the absence of randomized trials on the effects of acetaminophen, researchers need to use ‘natural experiments’ to develop better guidance for patients.

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However, Bickart, Diaz-Arrastia and the Stanford researchers all emphasized the need for larger, randomized controlled trials demonstrating a strong therapeutic benefit and safety profile prior to the treatment being used in America.

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After a randomized selection process, successful applicants will be given a date and time to purchase tickets beginning Oct.

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At 6 p.m. everyone in the wait list would have been placed in randomized order and queued up to apply for a voucher.

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