Meaning & Definition of Periodically in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: At regular intervals of time.

  Example Sentence: The maintenance is performed periodically to ensure safety.

• Definition: From time to time.

  Example Sentence: He checks his email periodically throughout the day.

• Definition: In a repeating or cyclic manner.

  Example Sentence: The temperatures fluctuate periodically during the seasons.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from 'periodic,' which comes from the Greek 'periodikos,' meaning 'recurring at intervals.'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• once in a while: Occasionally; not frequently.
• every now and then: At times; occasionally.
• from time to time: Sometimes, but not often.

Translations

• Spanish: periódicamente

• French: périodiquement

• German: periodisch

• Russian: периодически

Related Words

• periodic: Relating to or occurring at intervals.

• interval: A period of time between events.

Slang Meanings of periodically

• Meaning: Not all the time, just sometimes.

  Example Sentence: I go to the gym periodically, not every day.

• Meaning: Every so often.

  Example Sentence: We hang out periodically, like once a month.