noun
irregularity
ih-reh-gyuu-LA-rih-tee
Irregularity (noun) means something that deviates from what's normal, expected, or standard, or the state of being irregular. Example: “Auditors found several irregularities in the company's accounts.”
noun
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Something that deviates from what's normal, expected, or standard, or the state of being irregular.
"Auditors found several irregularities in the company's accounts."
"The surface had a slight irregularity that caught the light strangely."
How to use irregularity
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA deviation from the normal or expected pattern.
Common pairings
financial irregularities
minor irregularity
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Word forms
- Plural
- irregularities
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Etymology
From French irrégularité, from Medieval Latin irregularitas.
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What does “irregularity” mean?
The word “irregularity” means something that deviates from what's normal, expected, or standard, or the state of being irregular. In plain terms, a deviation from the normal or expected pattern.
How do you pronounce “irregularity”?
“Irregularity” is pronounced ih-reh-gyuu-LA-rih-tee (/ɪˌɹɛ.ɡjʊˈlæ.ɹɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “irregularity” in a sentence?
Here is “irregularity” used in a sentence: “The surface had a slight irregularity that caught the light strangely.”
What is the opposite of “irregularity”?
The opposite of “irregularity” — its antonyms — is regularity.
What part of speech is “irregularity”?
“Irregularity” is a noun.
Where does the word “irregularity” come from?
The word “irregularity” comes from Medieval Latin. From French irrégularité, from Medieval Latin irregularitas.
