random- root words — words with the random- root

The root random- comes from Old French randon, meaning impetuosity, great speed, rush. 3 words in Dendril are built from it, including random, randomize, randomise. Dendril shows them on a free interactive word map — no signup, no ads.

Words that use the random- root

Explore words with random- — words containing the random- root and sharing its sense of "impetuosity, great speed, rush". Examples include random, randomize, randomise. Click any word to see its own roots, definition, and related words.

What does random- mean?

The random- root means impetuosity, great speed, rush, from Old French randon. Recognizing it helps you decode and remember the many English words built on this root.