aperiodicity

noun

as in inconsistency

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aperiodicity
  1. inconsistency
  2. inconsistence
  3. instability
  4. irregularity
  5. volatility
Noun
  • Two forensic accountants in Israel separately reviewed the records and concluded, despite those inconsistencies, the filings analyzed by CNN are Phoenix’s holdings.
    — Allegra Goodwin, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Capable of flashes of brilliance, but with maddening periods of inconsistency.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of inconsistency
Noun
  • And the main driver of the inconsistences seems to be due to contractual obligations and profits.
    — Jake Frederico, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2023
  • Very inconsistent with practices, which led to inconsistence with games.
    — Percy Allen, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2018
Definition of inconsistence
Noun
  • Myanmar is involved in an armed conflict and political instability following the military’s seizure of power in 2021.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Lister says the instability brought on by Israel’s actions is a top concern among investors who ask him about opportunities in Syria.
    — Tala Alrajjal, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of instability
Noun
  • The heart monitor showed a slight irregularity, but not an emergency, and my doctor wasn’t inclined to medicate something that minor.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026
  • My heart monitor showed a slight irregularity that was not deemed an emergency.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of irregularity
Noun
  • Those willing to deal with volatility can consider select tactical opportunities in medium- to long-duration bonds, said.
    — Michelle Fox, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
  • In the close quarters of the boat, the family’s fragile equilibrium, long organised around his volatility, begins to crack.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of volatility
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“Aperiodicity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aperiodicity. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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