1. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice.
Synonyms
- crooked
- asymmetric
- rough
- occasional
- strong
- asymmetrical
- unsteady
- unsystematic
- illegal
- improper
- unconventional
- unrhythmic
- casual
- unlawful
- randomised
- regularity
- unsmooth
- unrhythmical
Antonyms
- irregularity
- systematic
- regular
- smooth
- rhythmical
- steady
- symmetrical
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
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Words that Rhyme with Irregular
- abler
- alveolar
- angular
- annular
- appenzeller
- aumiller
- avuncular
- babler
- bacheller
- bachelor
- bakalar
- basler
- batcheller
- batchelor
- baumler
- baumler
- beachler
- beheler
- beidler
- beitler
How do you spell irregular? Is it unregular ?
A common misspelling of irregular is unregular
Example sentences of the word irregular
1. Adjective
Mediterranean flour moths are gray with two black irregular lines on their wings.
Quotes containing the word irregular
1. They are trying to make me into a fixed star. I am an irregular planet.
- Martin Luther
2. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] not occurring at expected times.
Synonyms
- sporadic
Antonyms
- direct
- straight
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
3. irregular
noun. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment.
Synonyms
- guerrilla
- guerilla force
- Maquisard
- insurgent
- warrior
- guerrilla force
- Maquis
- guerilla
Antonyms
- pleasant
- skilled
- refined
- predictable
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
4. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal.
Synonyms
- unnatural
- atypical
Antonyms
- ironed
- slippery
- compound
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
5. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] (used of the military) not belonging to or engaged in by regular army forces.
Synonyms
- partisan
Antonyms
- regular
- euphonious
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
6. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] (of a surface or shape); not level or flat or symmetrical.
Antonyms
- dishonesty
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
7. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] falling below the manufacturer's standard.
Antonyms
- simple
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
8. irregular
noun. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name.
Synonyms
- ware
- second
- product
Antonyms
- calm
- easy
- unaggressive
- cut
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
9. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] independent in behavior or thought.
Synonyms
- unorthodox
- unconventional
Antonyms
- uncoiled
- honest
- lawful
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)
10. irregular
adjective. ['ˌɪˈrɛgjəlɝ'] lacking continuity or regularity.
Synonyms
- parttime
- part-time
Antonyms
- erect
- polished
- fine
Etymology
- irreguler (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- irregularis (Latin)