IRREGULARLY
Dictionary entry overview: What does irregularly mean?
• IRREGULARLY (adverb)
The adverb IRREGULARLY has 4 senses:
1. in an irregular manner
2. having an irregular form
3. in an irregular manner
4. in an irregular manner
Familiarity information: IRREGULARLY used as an adverb is uncommon.
Dictionary entry details
• IRREGULARLY (adverb)
Meaning:
In an irregular manner
Context example:
the patient is breathing irregularly
Antonym:
regularly (in a regular way without variation)
Meaning:
Having an irregular form
Context example:
irregularly shaped solids
Antonym:
regularly (having a regular form)
Pertainym:
irregular ((of solids) not having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume must be determined with the principle of liquid displacement)
Meaning:
In an irregular manner
Synonyms:
on an irregular basis; irregularly
Context example:
her letters arrived irregularly
Antonym:
regularly (in a regular manner)
Pertainym:
irregular (contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice)
Meaning:
In an irregular manner
Context example:
the stomach mucosa was irregularly blackened
Pertainym:
irregular (contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice)
