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- pronunciation:
- pi
ri
a
dihk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
recurring or reappearing at regular intervals of time.
The doctor recommended that she have periodic check-ups.- synonyms:
- frequent, regular
- similar words:
- clocklike, cyclic, cyclical, isochronal, systematic
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| definition 2: |
recurring or reappearing at irregular intervals of time; intermittent.
- synonyms:
- intermittent, irregular, occasional, sporadic
- similar words:
- fitful, infrequent, remittent, spasmodic
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| definition 3: |
having repeated cycles.
- synonyms:
- cyclic, cyclical, recurrent, seasonal
- similar words:
- alternating, repeated
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| related words: |
discrete |
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| derivation: |
periodically (adv.) |
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