periodically — at regular intervals; from time to time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: at regular intervals; from time to time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpɪriˈɑdɪkli/
Korean meaning: 정기적으로, 주기적으로
Korean pronunciation: 피어리**아**디클리
Example Sentences
- My cat periodically brings me dead mice as 'gifts' at 3 AM.
- The teacher periodically walks around the classroom during exams.
- I periodically delete my browser history to maintain my mysterious image.
periodically
ADVERB//ˌpɪriˈɑdɪkli//
at regular intervals; from time to time
The bell rings periodically — the same sound repeats at fixed intervals.
Check periodically and systematically, discover dramatically!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Late Latin 'periodicus' meaning 'circular' or 'recurring in cycles', derived from Greek 'periodos' (a going around, circuit, period) composed of 'peri-' (around) and 'hodos' (way, path). The suffix '-ical' means 'of or relating to', and '-ly' converts it to an adverb.
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📝Examples
“My cat periodically brings me dead mice as 'gifts' at 3 AM.”
“The teacher periodically walks around the classroom during exams.”
“I periodically delete my browser history to maintain my mysterious image.”
“The company periodically evaluates employee performance.”
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