Definition of irregular

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • irregular is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • irregular is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • irregular is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of irregular


  • independent in behavior or thought (adjective)

    Examples

    1. she led a somewhat irregular private life

    Synonyms

    1. maverick
    2. unorthodox
  • not occurring at a regular rate or fixed intervals (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an irregular heartbeat

    Synonyms

    1. unpredictable
  • merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. second
  • deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal (adjective)

    Examples

    1. highly irregular behavior

    Synonyms

    1. atypical
  • a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. guerilla
    2. guerrilla
    3. insurgent
  • lacking continuity or regularity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an irregular worker

    Synonyms

    1. temporary
  • contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice (adjective)

    Examples

    1. irregular hiring practices
  • failing to meet a standard of manufacture due to an imperfection (adjective)

    Examples

    1. an irregular pair of jeans
  • (of a surface or shape); not level or flat or symmetrical (adjective)

    Examples

    1. walking was difficult on the irregular cobblestoned surface
  • (used of the military) not belonging to or engaged in by regular army forces (adjective)

    Examples

    1. irregular troops
    2. irregular warfare
  • (of solids) not having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume must be determined with the principle of liquid displacement ()

See definition of irregular in Merriam Webster