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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

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