Meaning of the word irregular in English

What does irregular mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

irregular

US /ɪˈreɡ.jə.lɚ/

UK /ɪˈreɡ.jə.lɚ/

not even or regular in shape, arrangement, or distribution

Example:

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The coastline is very irregular, with many coves and inlets.

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He has an irregular heartbeat.

Synonym:

uneven asymmetrical erratic disordered unsteady

Synonym:

regular even uniform

not conforming to established rules or methods; abnormal

Example:

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The verb 'to be' is an irregular verb in English.

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His attendance at meetings has been very irregular.

Synonym:

unconventional anomalous deviant unusual aberrant

Synonym:

regular standard normal

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