English dictionary
irregular
adjectivePronunciation
ɪˈɹɛɡjəlɚ
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- not occurring at a regular rate or fixed intervals
adjective
- independent in behavior or thought
adjective
- (of a surface or shape); not level or flat or symmetrical
adjective
- lacking continuity or regularity
adjective
- deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal
adjective
- failing to meet a standard of manufacture due to an imperfection
adjective
- contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice
adjective
- (of solids) not having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume must be determined with the principle of liquid displacement
adjective
- (used of the military) not belonging to or engaged in by regular army forces
noun
- merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name
noun
- a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment
Example sentences
an irregular heartbeat
she led a somewhat irregular private life
maverick politicians
walking was difficult on the irregular cobblestoned surface
an irregular worker
employed on a temporary basis
these days large families are atypical
atypical clinical findings
atypical pneumonia
highly irregular behavior
an irregular pair of jeans
irregular hiring practices
irregular troops
irregular warfare