1. not occurring by chance; following a deliberate pattern or systematic method
Usage: often used in scientific and statistical contexts

Examples

• The researcher used a nonrandom sampling method to select participants.
• The data showed a nonrandom distribution across different age groups.
• Scientists discovered that the mutations were nonrandom and followed specific patterns.
• The survey employed nonrandom selection criteria based on income levels.
• Her choices appeared nonrandom when analyzed over time.
• The computer generated nonrandom sequences for the encryption algorithm.