irregularity

/i,regju'læriti/
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irregularity

A doctor discusses a patient's bowel irregularity during a check-up.

Definition

Noun: 1. The state or quality of being irregular; lack of uniformity, symmetry, or conformity to a rule, pattern, or standard. This is the most general meaning, describing something that is not smooth, even, consistent, or predictable. 2. An instance or feature that is irregular. A specific occurrence or detail that deviates from what is normal, expected, or standard. 3. (Formal) Constipation or an inconsistent pattern of bowel movements. A medical term for infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels. 4. (Formal) Improper or immoral behavior; a breach of rules or accepted standards. Often used in formal or legal contexts to describe actions that violate norms, etiquette, or laws.

Examples of Usage
  • General Lack of Uniformity:
    • The irregularity of the coastline made it difficult to map.
    • There is a noticeable irregularity in the texture of this fabric.
  • Specific Instance of Deviation:
    • The inspector noted several irregularities in the financial records.
    • A slight irregularity in his heartbeat was detected.
  • Medical Context:
    • The patient complained of abdominal pain and irregularity.
  • Breach of Rules/Standards:
    • The election was marred by allegations of procedural irregularities.
    • The committee investigated the financial irregularities within the department.
Advanced Usage
  • "To investigate irregularities": A common phrase in legal, financial, and administrative contexts, meaning to examine suspected breaches of rules or procedures.
    • The audit was launched to investigate the accounting irregularities.
  • "Surface irregularity": A technical term used in engineering, manufacturing, or geology to describe flaws or deviations on a surface.
    • The part was rejected due to a minor surface irregularity.
Variants and Related Words
  • Irregular (adj): Not regular; uneven, asymmetric, or not conforming to a rule.
    • The stones were laid in an irregular pattern.
  • Regularity (n): The opposite state; the quality of being regular, uniform, or consistent.
    • The regularity of the tides is predictable.
Synonyms
  • Inconsistency: Lack of uniformity or steady pattern.
  • Unevenness: Lack of level or smoothness.
  • Asymmetry: Lack of symmetry or proportion.
  • Abnormality: Deviation from what is normal or typical.
  • Anomaly: Something that deviates from the standard or norm.
  • Impropriety (for behavioral sense): Failure to observe standards of honesty or modesty.
Antonyms
  • Regularity
  • Uniformity
  • Consistency
  • Symmetry
  • Normality
Related Phrases
  • Bureaucratic irregularity: A flaw or breach in official administrative procedures.
    • The permit was delayed due to a bureaucratic irregularity.
  • Cardiac irregularity: A medical term for an abnormal heart rhythm.
    • The ECG showed a minor cardiac irregularity.
irregularity

A doctor discusses a patient's bowel irregularity during a check-up.

Noun
  1. irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis
  2. an irregular asymmetry in shape; an irregular spatial pattern
  3. not characterized by a fixed principle or rate; at irregular intervals
  4. behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality

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