stochastic

sto·chas·tic

adj \stə-ˈkas-tik, stō-\

Definition of STOCHASTIC

1

: random; specifically : involving a random variable <a stochastic process>

2

: involving chance or probability : probabilistic <a stochastic model of radiation-induced mutation>

— sto·chas·ti·cal·ly \-ti-k(ə-)lē\ adverb

Origin of STOCHASTIC

Greek stochastikos skillful in aiming, from stochazesthai to aim at, guess at, from stochos target, aim, guess — more at sting

First Known Use: 1934

Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms

abscissa, denominator, divisor, equilateral, exponent, hypotenuse, logarithm, oblique, radii, rhomb

Rhymes with STOCHASTIC

bombastic, dynastic, elastic, fantastic, gymnastic, monastic, sarcastic, scholastic