Periodically
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Periodically is an adverb meaning In a manner that is regular or periodic.
Meaning
In a manner that is regular or periodic.
More Meanings
- intermittently or recurrently.
Example Sentences
Put two encasings on a mattress if one must be removed periodically for cleaning.
The announcement comes amid mounting pressure on university administrators to rein in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, which have erupted periodically on college campuses across the country over the past year and led to the arrest of hundreds of demonstrators.
Synonyms for periodically
Depending on context, synonyms include sometimes, occasionally, sporadically.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sporadically, frequently, regularly, periodic, intermittently, occasionally.
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