IRREGULARITIES Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

irregularities

noun

plural of irregularity

as in abnormalities

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Noun

Falat said that patients suffering from heat stroke have a core body temperature of 40 degrees Celsius — more than 104 degrees Fahrenheit — or higher, and are showing signs neurological abnormalities like confusion or unresponsiveness.

— Danielle J. Brown, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026
Both teams found that the precision of the technique reduced the likelihood of unintended chromosomal abnormalities.

— Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Definition of abnormalities

Noun

Previous studies suggested that dielectric screening plays an important role, but structural distortions and screening effects remained so intertwined that they could not be cleanly separated.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
Critics pointed to technological deficiencies, market distortions, misallocation of capital, inefficient state intervention, corruption, and questions about implementation.

— Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 June 2026

Definition of distortions

Noun

Today, 67% of people insured through an employer – roughly 100 million Americans – are in these plans, making the law’s defects especially salient.

— Miranda Yaver, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
As release velocity increases, defects compound faster than teams can notice.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of defects

Noun

Following the shipwreck, there was speculation that Cemortan’s presence may have distracted Schettino, or that his involvement with the young woman spoke to flaws in his character.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 11 July 2026
But the habits and flaws revealed in these games will establish a blueprint of expectations and goals for the upcoming season, providing a crucial rubric for a team in a rebuild.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Definition of flaws

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Figures like Charles Koch, Jamie Dimon, and Jeff Bezos emphasize freedom, opportunity, and enterprise as crucial for future progress, acknowledging past imperfections.

— Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Third, the customizable coverage results in a nearly poreless complexion with blurred imperfections.

— Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 3 July 2026

Definition of imperfections

Noun

Beyond brain tumors, other advances across neuroscience, like corrective spine surgery, have allowed doctors to restore posture and mobility in patients with severe spinal deformities.

— Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Ingrown Toenails Can Form Long-term pressure from too-tight shoes, poor nail trimming, or other deformities in toe or foot can cause an ingrown toenail.

— Mark Gurarie, Health, 19 June 2026

Definition of deformities

Noun

The coverage is just enough to mask minor discoloration and minimize the look of blemishes, but unlike traditional foundation, your real skin peeks through.

— Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 1 July 2026
Choose a different watermelon if the fruit feels lightweight or has signs of bruising or blemishes.

— Christine Fiorentino, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 June 2026

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