Synonyms for

Periodically

Verb / ˌpi:ri:ˈɑ:dɪkʌli: / / ˌpi:ri:ˈɑ:dɪkli: / Another word for periodically — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something that happens or appears at regular intervals

Synonyms & similar words

sporadically regularly repeatedly frequently consistently systematically cyclically intermittently sporadically occasionally sometimes periodically habitually customarily

Synonyms by register

Formal

intermittently sporadically at intervals from time to time

Informal

now and then every so often once in a while off and on

Literary

episodically at intervals

Antonyms

constantly continuously always unceasingly incessantly perpetually everlastingly

Common collocations

  • periodically review
  • periodically check
  • periodically update
  • periodically clean
  • periodically occur
  • periodically appear
  • periodically examine

Word family

noun periodicity
adjective periodic

Usage note

This adverb indicates something happens at regular or irregular intervals. It is generally neutral in tone and widely applicable.

Example sentences

  1. The flowers bloom periodically throughout the year.
  2. The school cafeteria serves pizza periodically.
  3. The teacher checks in with the students periodically to see how they're doing.
  4. The car needs to be serviced periodically to keep it running smoothly.
  5. The company sends out newsletters periodically to keep customers informed.

Quotes

  • 'Every man's memory is his private literature.' - Aldous Huxley
  • 'I do not fear computers. I fear the lack of them.' - Isaac Asimov
  • 'Life is like a camera. Just focus on what's important and capture the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, take another shot.' - Ziad K. Abdelnour

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