adverb
regularly
At repeated intervals or in a consistent pattern.
She checks her bike tires regularly to keep rides safe.
Etymology
Regularly derives from regular, belonging to the family of rule. It describes events that follow a recurring pattern or conform consistently to an expected arrangement.
More examples
- We meet regularly to discuss the project's progress.
- Buses run regularly throughout the day.
- The dots are regularly spaced across the fabric.
Forms
regularly · more regularly · most regularly
regular adjective — Following a consistent pattern or schedule.
regularity noun — The quality of following a consistent pattern.
Similar words
- periodically
- Means at intervals, not necessarily following a fixed schedule.
- consistently
- Emphasizes reliable sameness rather than repeated timing of events.
- routinely
- Suggests habitual practice rather than evenly spaced intervals.