Meaning of periodic in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌpɪriˈɑdɪk/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   periodic

   Definitions

   1. recurring at regular intervals

   Synonyms

   • rhythmical
   • rhythmic
2. 2. recurring or reappearing from time to time

   Examples

   • « periodic feelings of anxiety »

   Synonyms

   • sporadic

3. Qualitative Adjective

   periodic

   Etymology

   mid 17th century: from French périodique, or via Latin from Greek periodikos‘coming round at intervals’, from periodos (see period)

   Definitions

   1. happening or recurring at regular intervals

   Synonyms

   • cyclic
   • oscillatory
   • oscillating
   • intermittent
   • pulsed

   Antonyms

   • aperiodic
   • nonperiodic