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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The collection continues to appear on charts around the world with regularity, as fans not only stream it, but also continue to purchase the title – a real rarity in today’s music industry. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025 While mass casualty attacks are far less common in Canada than in the United States, such incidents have occurred with some regularity north of the border. Harshita Meenaktshi and Chris Helgren, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025 With regularity, Stewart gives the French luxury brand’s demure silhouettes and ultrafeminine fabrics a fresh perspective by actively pushing against them with masculine styling, punk haircuts, and an endless devotion to visible or nonexistent lingerie. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 16 May 2025 This regularity helps optimize your circadian rhythm, improving sleep quality and duration. Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 7 May 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 4 Jun. 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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