unregularity

Thân thiện

The unregularity of the bus schedule makes planning difficult.

Definition

Noun: A state or condition of not being characterized by a fixed principle or rate; occurring at irregular intervals. It refers to the quality of being irregular, lacking a consistent pattern, order, or symmetry.

Usage

The word "unregularity" is a formal and somewhat uncommon noun. It is used to describe the abstract quality or state of lacking regularity. It is often interchangeable with the more common noun "irregularity," though "unregularity" is less frequently used in modern English.

Examples

• The unregularity of his heartbeat concerned the doctor.
• The data was difficult to analyze due to the unregularity of the sampling intervals.
• She noted the unregularity in the texture of the fabric.

Advanced Usage

• Statistical/Scientific Context: Used to describe patterns in data, natural phenomena, or processes that do not follow a predictable cycle or rule.
  • The unregularity of seismic activity in the region makes prediction challenging.
• Formal/Technical Writing: Appears in academic, legal, or technical texts to describe a lack of conformity to a standard or expected pattern.
  • The contract was voided due to the unregularity of the payment schedule.

Variants and Related Words

• Irregularity (n): The more common and preferred synonym for "unregularity," meaning the state or quality of being irregular.
• Irregular (adj): Not even or balanced in shape or arrangement; occurring at uneven or varying intervals.
• Regularity (n): The state or quality of being regular, which is the direct opposite of "unregularity."

Synonyms

• Irregularity
• Inconsistency
• Variability
• Unevenness
• Unpredictability
• Asymmetry

Antonyms

• Regularity
• Consistency
• Uniformity
• Constancy
• Predictability
• Symmetry

Notes on Usage

"Unregularity" is a valid word but is considered rare. In most contexts, the noun "irregularity" is strongly preferred and recommended for clarity and natural sound. Using "irregularity" will always be correct where "unregularity" might be used.

Học thuật

Noun

1. not characterized by a fixed principle or rate; at irregular intervals

Từ đồng nghĩa

• irregularity