regularity

noun

reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌre-gyə-ˈler-ə-tē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
also ˌrā-
ˌre-gyə-ˈla-rə-tē
also ˌrā-
plural regularities
Synonyms of regularitynext
1
: the quality or state of being regular
2
: something that is regular

Examples of regularity in a Sentence

the regularity of his features
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And, as is true for any beauty writer, my tenure entailed a never-ending stream of unmarked boxes of products arriving at my doorstep with enough regularity to concern my neighbors. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026 This impressive fiber content makes navy beans an excellent choice for supporting digestive health and maintaining regularity. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 30 July 2026 At this stage of pre-season, when substitutions are a regularity and international players are still away, there is a risk of reading too much into matches. Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 26 July 2026 But multigrain bread can also be a great choice, especially if it’s made with whole grains and offers enough fiber to support regularity and the gut microbiome, Manaker says. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for regularity

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regularity was in 1600

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“Regularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regularity. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

Kids Definition

regularity

noun
plural regularities
1
: the quality or state of being regular
2
: something that is regular

Medical Definition

regularity

noun
plural regularities
: the quality or state of being regular
maintain bowel regularity

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