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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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Even those who reduced the amount or regularity of their alcohol consumption reported improvements in the same areas. Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025 And both converted with regularity, while rushing the ball better than expected. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 6 Dec. 2025 In addition to affecting digestion and bowel regularity, significant microbiome changes could also raise the risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cancer, Blaser says. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Nov. 2025 Stabbing and ramming attacks in Israel, Jerusalem and the West Bank are not uncommon, taking place at checkpoints, transit hubs and other busy public areas with some regularity. Dana Karni, CNN Money, 18 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 8 Dec. 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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