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

Jones, who was not involved in the study, recommended further research using randomized controlled trials to explore how different pain management strategies influence blood pressure.

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The review assessed 12 randomized controlled trials that followed nearly 23,000 individuals with a history of heart disease, heart attack or stroke.

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Although the results are preliminary, researchers are now designing a randomized clinical trial to confirm them.

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In the experiment, forty-seven healthy adults participated in a double-blind randomized crossover trial.

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However, if upcoming randomized clinical trials confirm these results, the impact on cancer care could be profound.

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