periodically

adverb

pe·​ri·​od·​i·​cal·​ly ˌpir-ē-ˈä-di-k(ə-)lē 

1

: at regular intervals of time

2

: from time to time : frequently

Examples of periodically in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Finally, traps need to be maintained, such as replacing the lures, and disposing of the dead insects and/or traps periodically. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 29 July 2026

The inaugural collection exhibition follows a long, meandering, periodically thrilling itinerary of spectacle. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

The iPhone maker held the top spot for market capitalization for most of the previous decade after first surpassing Exxon in 2011, and then the firm periodically traded spots with Microsoft. — Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

The original dress has been displayed periodically in the last three decades, at Diana’s family home Althorp House and at Kensington Palace. — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for periodically

• methodically