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
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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All of these things at least partly reflect the increasing regularity, intensity, and cost of fires. Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 10 Nov. 2025 Right now, the cultural spotlight on better digestion and regularity has never been stronger. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 7 Nov. 2025 Matthews is stripping pucks with authority and regularity. Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 6 Nov. 2025 Both insoluble and soluble fiber contribute to regularity and microbiome diversity. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 6 Nov. 2025 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 18 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

regularity

noun
reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌreg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
plural regularities
1
: the quality or state of being regular
2
: something that is regular

Medical Definition

regularity

noun
reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌreg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
plural regularities
: the quality or state of being regular
maintain bowel regularity

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