irregularity
noun
ir·reg·u·lar·i·ty
i-ˌre-gyə-ˈler-ə-tē 
ˌi(r)-,
-ˈla-rə-
plural irregularities
1
: something that is irregular (such as improper or dishonest conduct)
alleged irregularities in the city government
2
: the quality or state of being irregular
3
Examples of irregularity in a Sentence
the irregularity of his behavior
He is suffering from irregularity.
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This approach builds accountability, prevents access complacency and allows early detection of irregularities, all while preserving trust.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
These conditions can affect the nail matrix, causing pits, thickening, or surface irregularities.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
The poured concrete floor, for example, showcases exposed aggregate with irregularity in scale and sheen similar to pebbles and rocks scattered across a forest floor.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 10 May 2025
Tilden was the winner on election night, but the election had not been officially called for him as irregularities in voting were declared.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
These conditions can affect the nail matrix, causing pits, thickening, or surface irregularities.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
The poured concrete floor, for example, showcases exposed aggregate with irregularity in scale and sheen similar to pebbles and rocks scattered across a forest floor.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 10 May 2025
Tilden was the winner on election night, but the election had not been officially called for him as irregularities in voting were declared.
—Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irregularity
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“Irregularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irregularity. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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irregularity
noun
ir·reg·u·lar·i·ty
(ˌ)ir-ˌ(r)eg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē
plural irregularities
1
: the quality or state of being irregular
2
: something (as dishonest conduct) that is irregular
3
Medical Definition
irregularity
noun
ir·reg·u·lar·i·ty
(ˌ)ir-ˌ(r)eg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē
plural irregularities
1
: the quality or state of being irregular
irregularity of breathing
hormonal irregularities
2
: occasional constipation
more fiber in one's diet may help relieve irregularity
Legal Definition
irregularity
noun
ir·reg·u·lar·i·ty
ir-ˌre-gyə-ˈlar-ə-tē
plural irregularities
: something that is irregular
an irregularity in the proceeding
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