PERIODIC Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

periodic

adjective

ˌpir-ē-ˈä-dik

Definition of periodic

as in frequent

appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time sent out periodic reminders about the office dress code

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as in recurrent

occurring or appearing at intervals periodic snow showers that might leave up to an inch

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Recent Examples of periodic The gods also play much less of a role in the movie than in Homer’s story, which makes Ulysses’ periodic defiance of them seem less of a big deal. — Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026 In Florida, a person found not guilty by reason of insanity may be placed on conditional release, which requires a treatment plan and periodic monitoring. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026 The whole periodic chart of elements and metals and all kinds of chemical concoctions found their way into the ground and the groundwater. — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 The interface between regulators and their licensees will move from periodic submissions to continuous data exchange. — Matthew White, Fortune, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for periodic

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Adjective

As instances of extreme heat become more frequent, resilience will depend less on the speed of a city’s response, and more on the quality of its planning, well before temperatures reach dangerous levels.

— Curtis S. Chin, Fortune, 23 July 2026
The healthiest approach is to combine regular exercise with frequent movement throughout the day.

— Jakob Roze, Health, 23 July 2026

Definition of frequent

Adjective

Instead, forecasters are monitoring a recurrent coronal hole, an area where the sun’s magnetic field opens into space and allows faster solar wind to escape.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Among the children with recurrent brain tumors who participated in the study, three experienced particularly positive outcomes.

— Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 14 July 2026

Definition of recurrent

Adjective

Its five-year-old flagship combines a multibrand retail space with a coffee shop and hosts regular events spanning music, art and fashion.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
The national average price for regular gasoline climbed back above $4 per gallon this morning, according to AAA.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 20 July 2026

Definition of regular

Adjective

The Bell Street Bridge encampment was prioritized for closure as part of Downtown Rising – the first phase of Atlanta Rising, a multi-year campaign launched in 2025 to end unsheltered homelessness citywide and make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring.

— Emily McLeod, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
This was and is a non-recurring, cyclical business totally dependent on transaction volumes, which fluctuate with economic cycles and interest rates.

— Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 15 Jan. 2026

Definition of recurring

Adjective

Authenticity is built through small, repeated alignments, not dramatic declarations.

— Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
To address the challenge, Ursa Major aims to normalize repeated use, which could significantly reduce per-flight costs and increase flight rates.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 30 Apr. 2026

Definition of repeated

Adjective

Perhaps most retro of all, the Gunmen's day job is running a periodical magazine, printed on actual paper.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 1 June 2026
While no decision is imminent, Yankees higher-ups present options for Monument Park at periodical meetings, according to the spokesperson.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 5 May 2026

Definition of periodical

Adjective

The issue of rising production costs is a constant conversation in the industry, but no collective solution has yet been found, leading Lloyd Webber to call on theater owners, producers and union leaders to come together to find an answer.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 22 July 2026
That trust is reinforced by a constant focus on improving governance, not solely by directives but by taking in the best advice from all stakeholders.

— Liron Zaslansky, semafor.com, 22 July 2026

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