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periodic

/ˌpɪəriˈɒdɪk/
pe · ri · o · dic ˌpɪə · ri · ˈɒ · dɪk
English Definition
adj. occurring at regular intervals
中文释义
周期的
Significado en Español
periódico
한국어 뜻
주기적인
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
định kỳ
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Example Sentence

The machine requires periodic maintenance.

这台机器需要定期维护。

Synonyms
regular recurring cyclical
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “periodic”:

  1. A recurring
  2. B constant
  3. C continuous
  4. D permanent
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A — recurring. “periodic” means adj. occurring at regular intervals

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The kind nurse made ______ checks on the sleeping patient all night.

  1. A constant
  2. B endless
  3. C periodic
  4. D random
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C — periodic. “periodic” means adj. occurring at regular intervals

Common questions about “periodic”

What does “periodic” mean?

periodic — adj. occurring at regular intervals. In Chinese: 周期的.

How do you pronounce “periodic”?

periodic is pronounced /ˌpɪəriˈɒdɪk/. It breaks into 4 syllables: pe · ri · o · dic.

How do you use “periodic” in a sentence?

The machine requires periodic maintenance. (这台机器需要定期维护。)

What are synonyms for “periodic”?

regular, recurring, cyclical — all close in meaning to periodic (adj. occurring at regular intervals).

Is “periodic” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. periodic appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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