regularity
ˌrɛɡjəˈlærɪti
regularities
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Definition of regularity - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
consistencythe state of being consistent and predictable
  • The regularity of his schedule helps him stay organized.
consistency predictability uniformity
2.
recurring eventspecific event that happens repeatedly
  • The regularity of the meetings ensures everyone is updated.
consistency routine
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Expressions with regularity

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in a very regular and predictable manner
The train arrives with clockwork regularity every morning.
in a dull and repetitive manner
He complained with monotonous regularity about the weather.
happening every time without missing or changing
He calls his mother with unfailing regularity.
happening at the same time or way every time
The trains arrive with clockwork regularity.
in a steady way that never stops or changes
The clock chimed with unceasing regularity every hour.
property of shapes having equal sides and angles
The hexagon's geometrical regularity made it perfect for tiling.

Origin of regularity

Latin, regularis (rule) + -ity (state)

Terms with regularity included in their meaning

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everydet.
frequency
used to emphasize frequency or regularity
frequency
asking about the regularity of something
steady beat
flow or regularity in movement or sound
irregularly
happens from time to time without regularity
time
happening with regularity and precision
regularity
condition where everything is regular and unvarying
regularity
frequency of being present at events
predictable timing
operating with precision and regularity

Examples of regularity in a sentence

  • The regularity of the tides is fascinating.
  • The regularity of the tides is predictable.
  • He appreciated the regularity of the train schedule.

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  1. French:régularité, récurrence, ...
  2. German:Regelmäßigkeit, Wiederkehr, ...
  3. Italian:regolarità, cadenza, ...
  4. Spanish:regularidad, frecuencia, ...
  5. Portuguese:regularidade, ...
  6. Chinese:规律性, 周期性, ...
  7. Japanese:規則性, 定期性, ...
  8. Arabic:اِنْتِظَام, تِكْرَار, ...
  9. Hebrew:סְדִירוּת, שִׁגְרָה, ...
  10. Russian:регулярность, ...
  11. Ukrainian:регулярність, періодичність, ...
  12. Hindi:नियमितता, आवृत्ति, ...
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