periodically — at regular intervals; from time to time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: at regular intervals; from time to time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpɪriˈɑdɪkli/
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.
The magazine arrived periodically throughout the year. (그 잡지는 일 년 내내 정기적으로 도착했다.)
The magazine was published periodically, covered historical events, and organized them chronologically.
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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.
Breakdown
period (from Greek peri- 'around' + hodos 'way') + -ic (adjective suffix) + -al (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = periodically
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🔗Collocations
📝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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