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haphazard

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Illustration of "haphazard": The word "haphazard" describes something done without any plan, order, or direction. Think of a pile

What does "haphazard" mean?

The word "haphazard" describes something done without any plan, order, or direction. Think of a pile of papers thrown onto a desk where they land randomly and messily; there is no system or intention behind how they are arranged. It is often used to criticize a lack of organization or preparation. While it can simply describe something random, it frequently carries a negative connotation, implying that the outcome is likely to be poor or inefficient because of the lack of a proper strategy.

"haphazard" in conversation

Discussing a failing project

The whole project feels so haphazard.

The whole project feels so haphazard.

I agree, we didn't have a clear plan from the start.

I agree, we didn't have a clear plan from the start.

Used here to express frustration with a lack of structure.

Cleaning a room

Please stop tossing your clothes in a haphazard pile.

Please stop tossing your clothes in a haphazard pile.

I'll hang them up properly, I promise.

I'll hang them up properly, I promise.

Describes a physically disorganized state.

"haphazard" in a sentence

  1. We made a haphazard attempt at fixing the leaky pipe.

    We made a haphazard attempt at fixing the leaky pipe.

  2. The city's haphazard development has led to constant traffic congestion.

    The city's haphazard development has led to constant traffic congestion.

  3. His haphazard approach to studying left him unprepared for the comprehensive final exam.

    His haphazard approach to studying left him unprepared for the comprehensive final exam.

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