irregularities
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/ɪˌrɛɡjəˈlærɪtiz/
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/ɪˌrɛɡjʊˈlærɪtiz/
(irregularity)
lack of uniformity
Etymology
'irregularity' originates from the Latin word 'irregularitas', where 'ir-' meant 'not' and 'regularis' meant 'rule or order'.
'irregularitas' transformed into the Old French word 'irregularité', and eventually became the modern English word 'irregularity'.
Initially, it meant 'not following a rule or order', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being irregular; not conforming to a regular pattern or structure.
The irregularities in the data set were concerning.
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Noun 2
an instance of something not being regular or normal, often implying a fault or error.
The audit revealed several financial irregularities.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45