adjective
- appearing to be random but actually generated by a deterministic process or algorithm
Usage: computing; mathematics
Examples
- The computer uses a pseudorandom number generator for the simulation.
- Pseudorandom sequences are useful in cryptography and statistical sampling.
- The game’s pseudorandom events follow a predictable pattern if you know the algorithm.
- Scientists prefer pseudorandom data because it can be reproduced for testing.
- The pseudorandom noise helps mask the signal in secure communications.
- Most programming languages include pseudorandom functions for generating test data.