Regular events have equal amounts of time between them, so that they happen, for example, at the same time each day or each week.
Take regular exercise.
Now it's time for our regular look at the world of international sport.
We're going to be meeting there on a regular basis.
The cartridge must be replaced at regular intervals.
Synonyms: frequent, daily, repeated, constant More Synonyms of regular
regularlyadverb [ADVERB with verb]
Exercise regularly.
He also writes regularly for 'International Management' magazine.
regularity (regjʊlærɪti)uncountable noun
The system will provide details of loans, their size, regularity of payment and theirstatus. [+ of]
2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
Regular events happen often.
This condition usually clears up with regular shampooing.
regularlyadverb [ADVERB with verb]
Fox, badger, weasel and stoat are regularly seen here.
Potentially dangerous bacteria are regularly sent from one laboratory to another.
regularityuncountable noun
Closures and job losses are again being announced with monotonous regularity.
3. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
If you are, for example, a regular customer at a shop or a regular visitor to a place, you go there often.
'Tell me, Mr Mentakis, was Mrs Savalas one of your regular customers?'.
She has become a regular visitor to Houghton Hall.
...people who are not regular churchgoers.
4. countable noun
The regulars at a place or in a team are the people who often go to the place or are often inthe team.
Regulars at his local pub have set up a fund to help out.
I wasn't one of their regulars.
5. adjective
You use regular when referring to the thing, person, time, or place that is usually used by someone.For example, someone's regular place is the place where they usually sit.
The man sat at his regular table near the window.
...samples from one of their regular suppliers.
6. adjective
A regular rhythm consists of a series of sounds or movements with equal periods of time between them.
...a very regular beat.
He stood in the doorway, listening to her quiet, regular breathing.
Synonyms: steady, even, constant, uniform More Synonyms of regular
regularlyadverb [ADVERB with verb]
Remember to breathe regularly.
regularityuncountable noun
Experimenters have succeeded in controlling the rate and regularity of the heartbeat. [+ of]
7. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Regular is used to mean 'normal'.
[mainly US]
It looks and feels like a regular guitar.
He describes himself as just a regular guy from suburban Chicago.
Synonyms: ordinary, standard, normal, conventional More Synonyms of regular
8. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
In some restaurants, a regular drink or quantity of food is of medium size.
[mainly US]
...a cheeseburger and regular fries.
9. adjective
A regular pattern or arrangement consists of a series of things with equal spaces between them.
...sandy hillocks that look as if they've been scattered in a regular pattern onthe ground.
...regular rows of wooden huts.
Synonyms: even, level, balanced, straight More Synonyms of regular
10. adjective
If something has a regular shape, both halves are the same and it has straight edges or a smooth outline.
...some regular geometrical shape.
regularityuncountable noun
...the chessboard regularity of their fields. [+ of]
11. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Regular troops are professional soldiers who are a permanent part of an official national army.
Most schemes attempt to reduce the cost of defence through a smaller regular army.
Only about a third of the reinforcements will be regular troops.
Regulars are regular troops.
...the presence of a garrison of British regulars.
12. adjective
In grammar, a regular verb, noun, or adjective inflects in the same way as most verbs, nouns, or adjectives in the language.
More Synonyms of regular
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regular in British English
(ˈrɛɡjʊlə)
adjective
1.
normal, customary, or usual
2.
according to a uniform principle, arrangement, or order
trees planted at regular intervals
3.
occurring at fixed or prearranged intervals
to make a regular call on a customer
4.
following a set rule or normal practice; methodical or orderly
5.
symmetrical in appearance or form; even
regular features
6. (prenominal)
organized, elected, conducted, etc, in a proper or officially prescribed manner
7. (prenominal)
officially qualified or recognized
he's not a regular doctor
8. (prenominal)
(intensifier)
a regular fool
9. US and Canadian informal
likable, dependable, or nice (esp in the phrase a regular guy)
10.
denoting or relating to the personnel or units of the permanent military services
a regular soldier
the regular army
11.
(of flowers) having any of their parts, esp petals, alike in size, shape, arrangement, etc; symmetrical
12.
(of the formation, inflections, etc, of a word) following the usual pattern of formation in a language
13. mathematics
a.
(of a polygon) equilateral and equiangular
b.
(of a polyhedron) having identical regular polygons as faces that make identical angles with each other
c.
(of a prism) having regular polygons as bases
d.
(of a pyramid) having a regular polygon as a base and the altitude passing through the centre of the base
e. another name for analytic (sense 5)
14. botany another word for actinomorphic
15. (postpositive)
subject to the rule of an established religious order or community
canons regular
16. US politics
of, selected by, or loyal to the leadership or platform of a political party
a regular candidate
regular policies
17. crystallography another word for cubic (sense 4)
noun
18.
a professional long-term serviceman or -woman in a military unit
19. informal
a person who does something regularly, such as attending a theatre or patronizing a shop
20.
a member of a religious order or congregation, as contrasted with a secular
21. US politics
a party member loyal to the leadership, organization, platform, etc, of his or herparty
Derived forms
regularity (ˌreguˈlarity)
noun
regularly (ˈregularly)
adverb
Word origin
C14: from Old French reguler, from Latin rēgulāris of a bar of wood or metal, from rēgula ruler, model
regular in American English
(ˈrɛgjələr)
adjective
1.
conforming in form, build, or arrangement to a rule, principle, type, standard, etc.; orderly;symmetrical
regular features
2.
characterized by conformity to a fixed principle or procedure
3.
a.
usual; customary
his regular seat
b. US
not a substitute; established
the regular quarterback
c. US, Philately
for general, unrestricted use
a regular issue of stamps
4.
consistent or habitual in action
a regular customer
5.
recurring at set times or functioning in a normal way
a regular pulse
6.
conforming to a standard or to a generally accepted rule or mode of conduct; proper
7.
properly qualified
a regular doctor
8.
cubic (sense 3)
9. Informal
thorough; absolute; complete
a regular nuisance
10. US, Informal
pleasant, friendly, reliable, etc.
a regular fellow
11. Botany
having all similar parts of the same shape and size; symmetrical
said of flowers
12. Ecclesiastical
of a religious institute whose members have vows, specif. solemn vows
13. Grammar
conforming to the usual pattern in inflection, formation, etc.; specif., weak (sense 15)
14. Ancient Mathematics
a.
having all angles and sides equal, as a polygon
b.
having identical regular polygons for all its faces arranged in the same way aroundall vertices
said of a polyhedron
c.
uniform with respect to a certain characteristic
15. Military
a.
designating or of the permanently constituted, or standing, army of a country
b.
designating soldiers recognized in international law as legitimate combatants in warfare
16. US, Politics
designating, of, or loyal to the recognized party leadership, candidates, etc.
noun
17. Ecclesiastical
a member of a regular religious institute
18.
a member of a regular army
19. US
a regular member of an athletic team, not a substitute
20.
a clothing size for men of average height
21. Informal
one who is regular, as in attendance
22. US, Politics
a person who is loyal to the recognized party leadership, candidates, etc.
SIMILAR WORDS: ˈnormal, ˈsteady
Derived forms
regularity (ˌreguˈlarity) (ˌrɛgjəˈlærəti)
nounWord forms: pluralˌreguˈlarities
regularly (ˈregularly)
adverb
Word origin
ME reguler < MFr < L regularis, of a bar (in LL, regular) < regula: see rule
Examples of 'regular' in a sentence
regular
But regular football could now be tempting.
The Sun (2016)
This is an issue anyone with daughters faces on a regular basis.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
He will view this as the opportunity he has craved to cement a regular place.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
And it did take me about six months to gain the weight back and to get into regular eating habits again.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Cyber criminals often make small but regular thefts which are harder to spot than larger one-off purchases.
The Sun (2016)
For regular visitors, an annual payment for a modest charge would ensure they could visit in a bit more peace.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
In between these regular appearances, there were some other bits I enjoyed as well.
The Sun (2017)
This means that the watchdog should conduct regular mystery shopping exercises.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Has a fantastic attitude and now needs regular football.
The Sun (2012)
Only then are they placed on regular duty with a particular member.
Brian Hoey AT HOME WITH THE QUEEN: The Inside Story of the Royal Household (2002)
Having to make regular payouts and terminal bonuses means that they must meet stringent solvency requirements.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
His campaign schedule has had to work around regular appearances before military and civilian courts.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Halve cherry tomatoes and quarter regular ones.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Might there be a regular visitor past our planet or solar system with this same frequency?
Michael Boulter EXTINCTION: Evolution and the End of Man (2002)
Regular army recruits sign up for at least four years.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
It could help if you spend regular time alone with your son.
The Sun (2012)
We had a party for a regular into the early hours.
The Sun (2011)
We lost wickets at regular intervals and guys who did get in did not bat through.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
One of the regulars asked me what was wrong and it all came tumbling out.
The Sun (2014)
But the only way any young player is going to learn and improve is through regular football.
The Sun (2016)
But stewardship is such a vital part of life that it should be naturally included on a regular basis.
Christianity Today (2000)
Put a donation box somewhere accessible so you can take things to the charity shop on a regular basis.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
This is proving a good series, but regular followers will know the routine by now.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
They're given this bulwark of regular funding which they have come to regard as their right.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
There has been no research into the long-term effects of regular use.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It will mean stars will be exhausted and won't be able to perform for their regular teams.
The Sun (2013)
I then became a regular in the team.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
In other languages
regular
British English: regular /ˈrɛɡjʊlə/ ADJECTIVE
Regular things happen at equal intervals, or involve things happening at equal intervals.
Close your eyes and let your breathing become regular.
American English: regular
Arabic: مُنْتَظِم
Brazilian Portuguese: regular
Chinese: 经常的
Croatian: redovit
Czech: pravidelný
Danish: regelmæssig
Dutch: regelmatig
European Spanish: regular
Finnish: tavallinen
French: régulier
German: normal
Greek: τακτικός
Italian: regolare
Japanese: 定期的な
Korean: 규칙적인
Norwegian: ordinær
Polish: regularny
European Portuguese: regular
Romanian: regulat
Russian: обычный
Latin American Spanish: regular
Swedish: regelbunden
Thai: เป็นประจำ
Turkish: düzenli
Ukrainian: регулярний
Vietnamese: thông thường
British English: regular NOUN
The regulars at a place or in a team are the people who often go to the place or are often in the team.
Regulars at his local pub have set up a fund to help out.
American English: regular
Brazilian Portuguese: habitual
Chinese: 常客/正式队员
European Spanish: cliente habitual
French: habitué
German: Stammkunde
Italian: cliente abituale
Japanese: 常連
Korean: 단골
European Portuguese: habitual
Latin American Spanish: cliente habitual
All related terms of 'regular'
regular gas
unleaded gasoline or petrol , as for fuelling a vehicle, etc
regular use
Your use of something is the action or fact of your using it.
canon regular
a clergyman of certain religious communities following a monastic rule
Regular Army
the permanent , or standing , army of the United States ; the United States Army
regular guest
A guest is someone who visits a place or organization or appears on a radio or television show because they have been invited to do so.
regular user
A user is a person or thing that uses something such as a place, facility , product, or machine.
regular income
A person's or organization's income is the money that they earn or receive, as opposed to the money that they have to spend or pay out.
regular premium
A regular premium is money paid to buy insurance coverage in installments at particular time intervals , such as monthly or annually.
regular routine
A routine is the usual series of things that you do at a particular time. A routine is also the practice of regularly doing things in a fixed order.
regular savings
Your savings are the money that you have saved , especially in a bank or a building society.
regular soldier
A soldier is a person who works in an army , especially a person who is not an officer.
regular troops
Troops are soldiers, especially when they are in a large organized group doing a particular task .
regular attendance
Someone's attendance at an event or an institution is the fact that they are present at the event or go regularly to the institution.
regular gasoline
unleaded gasoline or petrol , as for fuelling a vehicle, etc
regular hexahedron
a solid cube with six square faces
regular meetings
A meeting is an event in which a group of people come together to discuss things or make decisions .
regular occurrence
An occurrence is something that happens.
regular icosahedron
an icosahedron in which each of the faces is an equilateral triangle
Pindaric ode
a form of ode associated with Pindar consisting of a triple unit or groups of triple units, with a strophe and an antistrophe of identical structure followed by an epode of a different structure
Chinese translation of 'regular'
regular
(ˈrɛɡjuləʳ)
adj
(= even)
[breathing, intervals]有规(規)律的 (yǒu guīlǜ de)
[features, shape etc]匀(勻)称(稱)的 (yúnchèn de)
(= frequent)
[event]有规(規)律的 (yǒu guīlǜ de)
[visitor]经(經)常的 (jīngcháng de)
(= usual) 固定的 (gùdìng de)
(= normal) 正常的 (zhèngcháng de)
[soldier]正规(規)的 (zhèngguī de)
(Ling)[verb etc]规(規)则(則)的 (guīzé de)
n(c)
(= client etc) (in bar, restaurant, shop) 常客 (chángkè)
1 (adjective)
Definition
occurring at fixed or prearranged intervals
Take regular exercise.
Synonyms
frequent
He is a frequent visitor to the house.
daily
the company's daily turnover
repeated
Repeated absence from school is problem behavior.
constant
The frontier was a constant source of conflict.
periodic
Periodic checks are made to ensure quality.
continual
She suffered continual teasing.
recurrent
buildings in which staff suffer recurrent illness
habitual
Three out of four of them would become habitual criminals.
2 (adjective)
Definition
following a set rule or normal practice
Children are encouraged to make reading a regular routine.
Synonyms
normal
common
Earthquakes are fairly common in this part of the world.
established
usual
She's smiling her usual, friendly smile.
ordinary
The food here is cheap, but very ordinary.
typical
typical pastimes such as watching films and reading
routine
a series of routine medical tests
everyday
an exhilarating escape from the drudgery of everyday life
customary
It is customary to offer a drink or a snack to guests.
commonplace
The practice was virtually unheard of twenty years ago, but has now become commonplace.
habitual
He soon recovered his habitual geniality.
unvarying
Opposites
rare
,
unusual
,
occasional
,
exceptional
,
abnormal
,
irregular
,
uncommon
,
unconventional
,
infrequent
3 (adjective)
Definition
occurring at fixed or prearranged intervals
a very regular beat
Synonyms
steady
the steady beat of the drums
even
It is important to have an even temperature when you work.
constant
The temperature should be kept more or less constant.
uniform
Chips should be cut into uniform size and thickness.
rhythmic
unchanging
eternal and unchanging truths
unvarying
consistent
He has never been the most consistent of players.
4 (adjective)
Definition
following a set rule or normal practice
The product looks and burns like a regular cigarette.
Synonyms
ordinary
It was just an ordinary day for us.
standard
It was standard practice for them to advise in cases of murder.
normal
The two countries have resumed normal diplomatic relations.
The hospital claimed they were simply following their normal procedure.
conventional
the cost of fuel and electricity used by a conventional system
common or garden (informal)
5 (adjective)
Definition
symmetrical or even
regular rows of wooden huts
Synonyms
even
The tables are fitted with a glass top to provide an even surface.
level
a plateau of level ground
balanced
straight
There wasn't a single straight wall in the building.
flat
Sit the cup on a flat surface while measuring.
fixed
smooth
a smooth surface
uniform
symmetrical
the neat rows of perfectly symmetrical windows
Opposites
irregular
,
erratic
,
uneven
6 (adjective)
Definition
according to a uniform principle, arrangement, or order
an unfailingly regular procedure
Synonyms
methodical
She was methodical in her research.
set
A set period of fasting is supposed to bring us closer to godliness.
ordered
formal
steady
efficient
a relatively cheap and efficient form of communication
systematic
They went about their business in a systematic way.
orderly
The vehicles were parked in orderly rows.
standardized
dependable
consistent
These new goals are not consistent with the existing policies.
Opposites
varied
,
disorderly
,
irregular
,
inconsistent
,
erratic
,
inconstant
,
unmethodical
7 (adjective)
Definition
following a set rule or normal practice
The regular method is to take your cutting, and insert it into the compost.
Synonyms
official
An official announcement is expected later today.
standard
a standard text in several languages
established
Their religious adherence is not to the established church.
traditional
Traditional teaching methods can put students off learning.
classic
This is a classic example of media hype.
correct
The use of the correct procedure is vital.
approved
The approved method of cleaning is industrial sand-blasting.
formal
No formal announcement has been made.
sanctioned
proper
Please ensure that the proper procedures are followed.
prevailing
orthodox
These ideas are now being incorporated into orthodox medical treatment.
time-honoured
The beer is brewed in the time-honoured way here.
bona fide
Additional synonyms
in the sense of approved
The approved method of cleaning is industrial sand-blasting.
Synonyms
accepted,
received,
agreed,
common,
standard,
established,
traditional,
confirmed,
normal,
regular,
usual,
acknowledged,
recognized,
sanctioned,
conventional,
universal,
authorized,
customary,
agreed upon,
time-honoured
in the sense of classic
Definition
serving as a standard or model of its kind
This is a classic example of media hype.
Synonyms
typical,
standard,
model,
regular,
usual,
ideal,
characteristic,
signature,
definitive,
archetypal,
exemplary,
quintessential,
time-honoured,
paradigmatic,
dinki-di (Australian, informal)
in the sense of common
Definition
frequently encountered
Earthquakes are fairly common in this part of the world.
Synonyms
usual,
standard,
daily,
regular,
ordinary,
familiar,
plain,
conventional,
routine,
frequent,
everyday,
customary,
commonplace,
vanilla (slang),
habitual,
run-of-the-mill,
humdrum,
stock,
workaday,
bog-standard (British, Irish, slang),
a dime a dozen
Synonyms of 'regular'
regular
Explore 'regular' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of commonplace
Definition
dull or unoriginal
The practice was virtually unheard of twenty years ago, but has now become commonplace.
Synonyms
everyday,
common,
ordinary,
widespread,
pedestrian,
customary,
mundane,
vanilla (slang),
banal,
run-of-the-mill,
humdrum,
dime-a-dozen (informal),
trite,
uninteresting
in the sense of consistent
Definition
holding to the same principles
He has never been the most consistent of players.
Synonyms
steady,
even,
regular,
stable,
constant,
persistent,
dependable,
unchanging,
true to type,
undeviating
in the sense of consistent
Definition
in agreement
These new goals are not consistent with the existing policies.
Synonyms
compatible,
agreeing,
in keeping,
harmonious,
in harmony,
consonant,
in accord,
congruent,
congruous,
accordant
in the sense of constant
Definition
continuous
The frontier was a constant source of conflict.
Synonyms
continuous,
sustained,
endless,
persistent,
eternal,
relentless,
perpetual,
continual,
never-ending,
habitual,
uninterrupted,
interminable,
unrelenting,
incessant,
everlasting,
ceaseless,
unremitting,
nonstop
in the sense of constant
Definition
unchanging
The temperature should be kept more or less constant.
Synonyms
unchanging,
even,
fixed,
regular,
permanent,
stable,
steady,
uniform,
continual,
unbroken,
immutable,
immovable,
invariable,
unalterable,
unvarying,
firm
in the sense of continual
Definition
recurring frequently
She suffered continual teasing.
Synonyms
frequent,
regular,
repeated,
repetitive,
recurrent,
oft-repeated
in the sense of conventional
Definition
established by accepted usage or general agreement
the cost of fuel and electricity used by a conventional system
Synonyms
ordinary,
standard,
normal,
regular,
usual,
vanilla (slang),
habitual,
bog-standard (British, Irish, slang),
common
in the sense of correct
Definition
in conformity with accepted standards
The use of the correct procedure is vital.
Synonyms
right,
standard,
regular,
appropriate,
acceptable,
strict,
proper,
precise
in the sense of customary
Definition
usual
It is customary to offer a drink or a snack to guests.
Synonyms
usual,
general,
common,
accepted,
established,
traditional,
normal,
ordinary,
familiar,
acknowledged,
conventional,
routine,
everyday
in the sense of daily
Definition
occurring every day or every weekday
the company's daily turnover
Synonyms
everyday,
regular,
circadian,
diurnal,
quotidian
Additional synonyms
in the sense of efficient
Definition
working or producing effectively without wasting effort, energy, or money
a relatively cheap and efficient form of communication
Synonyms
effective,
successful,
structured,
productive,
powerful,
systematic,
streamlined,
cost-effective,
methodical,
well-organized,
well-planned,
labour-saving,
effectual
in the sense of established
Their religious adherence is not to the established church.
Synonyms
accepted,
traditional,
conventional,
historic,
customary,
time-honoured,
officially recognized
in the sense of everyday
Definition
suitable for or used on ordinary days
an exhilarating escape from the drudgery of everyday life
Synonyms
ordinary,
common,
usual,
familiar,
conventional,
routine,
dull,
stock,
accustomed,
customary,
commonplace,
mundane,
vanilla (slang),
banal,
habitual,
run-of-the-mill,
unimaginative,
workaday,
unexceptional,
bog-standard (British, Irish, slang),
common or garden (informal),
dime-a-dozen (informal),
wonted
in the sense of flat
Definition
even or smooth
Sit the cup on a flat surface while measuring.
Synonyms
even,
level,
levelled,
plane,
smooth,
uniform,
horizontal,
unbroken,
planar
in the sense of formal
Definition
of or following established conventions
No formal announcement has been made.
Synonyms
official,
express,
explicit,
authorized,
set,
legal,
fixed,
regular,
approved,
strict,
endorsed,
prescribed,
rigid,
certified,
solemn,
lawful,
methodical,
pro forma
in the sense of habitual
Definition
by habit
Three out of four of them would become habitual criminals.
Synonyms
persistent,
established,
confirmed,
constant,
frequent,
chronic,
hardened,
recurrent,
ingrained,
inveterate
in the sense of habitual
Definition
done regularly and repeatedly
He soon recovered his habitual geniality.
Synonyms
customary,
normal,
usual,
common,
standard,
natural,
traditional,
fixed,
regular,
ordinary,
familiar,
routine,
accustomed,
wonted
in the sense of level
Definition
having an even surface
a plateau of level ground
Synonyms
horizontal,
even,
flat,
plane,
smooth,
uniform,
as flat as a pancake
in the sense of orderly
Definition
tidy or well-organized
The vehicles were parked in orderly rows.
Synonyms
well-organized,
ordered,
regular,
in order,
organized,
trim,
precise,
neat,
tidy,
systematic,
businesslike,
methodical,
well-kept,
shipshape,
systematized,
well-regulated,
in apple-pie order (informal)
in the sense of orthodox
Definition
conforming to traditional or established standards in religion, behaviour, or attitudes
These ideas are now being incorporated into orthodox medical treatment.
Synonyms
established,
official,
accepted,
received,
common,
popular,
traditional,
normal,
regular,
usual,
ordinary,
approved,
familiar,
acknowledged,
conventional,
routine,
customary,
well-established,
kosher (informal)
Additional synonyms
in the sense of periodic
Definition
recurring at intervals
Periodic checks are made to ensure quality.
Synonyms
recurrent,
regular,
repeated,
occasional,
periodical,
seasonal,
cyclical,
sporadic,
intermittent,
every so often,
infrequent,
cyclic,
every once in a while,
spasmodic,
at fixed intervals
in the sense of proper
Definition
suited to a particular purpose
Please ensure that the proper procedures are followed.
Synonyms
correct,
accepted,
established,
appropriate,
right,
formal,
conventional,
accurate,
exact,
precise,
legitimate,
orthodox,
apt
in the sense of recurrent
buildings in which staff suffer recurrent illness
Synonyms
periodic,
continued,
regular,
repeated,
frequent,
recurring,
repetitive,
cyclical,
habitual
in the sense of repeated
Repeated absence from school is problem behavior.
Synonyms
persistent,
constant,
relentless,
perpetual,
continual,
unrelenting,
incessant,
unremitting
in the sense of routine
Definition
relating to or characteristic of routine
a series of routine medical tests
Synonyms
usual,
standard,
normal,
customary,
ordinary,
familiar,
typical,
conventional,
everyday,
habitual,
workaday,
wonted
in the sense of set
Definition
fixed or established by authority or agreement
A set period of fasting is supposed to bring us closer to godliness.
Synonyms
established,
fixed,
specified,
planned,
decided,
agreed,
standard,
regular,
usual,
arranged,
rigid,
definite,
customary,
inflexible,
predetermined,
unchanging,
hard and fast,
immovable,
unvarying
in the sense of smooth
Definition
having an even surface with no roughness, bumps, or holes
a smooth surface
Synonyms
even,
level,
flat,
plane,
plain,
flush,
horizontal,
unwrinkled
in the sense of standard
Definition
of a usual, medium, or accepted kind
It was standard practice for them to advise in cases of murder.
Synonyms
usual,
normal,
customary,
set,
stock,
average,
popular,
basic,
regular,
typical,
prevailing,
orthodox,
staple,
one-size-fits-all
in the sense of standard
Definition
of recognized authority
a standard text in several languages
Synonyms
accepted,
official,
established,
classic,
approved,
recognized,
definitive,
authoritative
in the sense of straight
Definition
even, level, or upright
There wasn't a single straight wall in the building.
Synonyms
level,
even,
right,
square,
true,
smooth,
in line,
aligned,
horizontal
Additional synonyms
in the sense of symmetrical
the neat rows of perfectly symmetrical windows
Synonyms
balanced,
regular,
proportional,
in proportion,
well-proportioned
in the sense of systematic
Definition
following a fixed plan and done in an efficient and methodical way
They went about their business in a systematic way.
Synonyms
methodical,
organized,
efficient,
precise,
orderly,
standardized,
businesslike,
well-ordered,
systematized
in the sense of time-honoured
Definition
having been used or done for a long time and established by custom
The beer is brewed in the time-honoured way here.
Synonyms
long-established,
traditional,
customary,
old,
established,
fixed,
usual,
ancient,
conventional,
venerable,
age-old
in the sense of traditional
Definition
of, relating to, or being a tradition
Traditional teaching methods can put students off learning.
Synonyms
old-fashioned,
old,
established,
conventional,
standard,
fixed,
usual,
transmitted,
orthodox,
accustomed,
customary,
ancestral,
long-established,
unwritten,
time-honoured,
unadventurous
in the sense of typical
Definition
being or serving as a representative example of a particular type
typical pastimes such as watching films and reading
Synonyms
archetypal,
standard,
model,
normal,
classic,
stock,
essential,
representative,
usual,
conventional,
regular,
characteristic,
orthodox,
signature,
indicative,
illustrative,
archetypical,
stereotypical
in the sense of unchanging
eternal and unchanging truths
Synonyms
constant,
eternal,
perpetual,
lasting,
continuing,
permanent,
enduring,
unchanged,
abiding,
immutable,
imperishable,
unvarying,
changeless,
unfading
in the sense of uniform
Definition
regular and even throughout
Chips should be cut into uniform size and thickness.