Meaning & Definition of word "Monthly"

Monthly

/ˈmʌnθli/

adjective:

  • 1. Occurring once a month.
    • Example: I receive my bank statement on a monthly basis.
  • 2. Relating to or done in a month.
    • Example: They have a monthly meeting to discuss project updates.
  • 3. Published or issued once a month.
    • Example: The magazine is a monthly publication.
  • 4. Relating to the duration of a month.
    • Example: She pays a monthly rent for her apartment.

adverb:

  • 1. Once a month.
    • Example: I like to review my finances monthly.

Etymology

From Middle English 'monethliche', meaning 'of a month', from 'moneth' + '-ly' suffix.

Common Phrases and Expressions

monthly meeting:

A meeting that takes place once a month.

monthly payment:

A payment that is made each month.

monthly report:

A report that summarizes the activities or results for a month.

Related Words

monthly budget:

A budget that is created for a month.

monthly subscription:

A subscription service billed on a monthly basis.

Slang Meanings of monthly

Meaning: Refers to a woman's menstrual cycle.

Example Sentence: She's on her monthly this week.

Meaning: A light-hearted term for regular events happening every month.

Example Sentence: Time for the monthly game night at my place!