irregularity

• Substantiv, das eine Abweichung von der Norm, dem Erwarteten oder Standard bezeichnet, z. B. einen Verstoß gegen Regeln oder Gewohnheiten, ein unregelmäßiges Muster oder eine unregelmäßige Körperfunktion.

A noun referring to a deviation from what is normal, expected, or standard, such as a breach of rules or customs, an uneven pattern or shape, or an infrequent bodily function.

1. Breach of rules or customsB2formal

   Behavior that violates established rules, etiquette, customs, or moral standards.

   Verstoß gegen Regeln oder Bräuche

   • The audit revealed several financial irregularities in the company's accounts.
   • His conduct at the ceremony was considered a serious social irregularity.
   • The committee investigated the irregularity in the voting process.

   Synonymebreachimproprietyinfractioninfringementmisconductoffensetransgressionviolation

   Antonymecomplianceconformityproprietyregularity

2. Lack of uniformityB2formal

   The state of not following a fixed principle, rate, or pattern; occurring at uneven intervals.

   Unregelmäßigkeit

   • The irregularity of the train schedule frustrated the commuters.
   • There is an irregularity in the heartbeat that requires medical attention.
   • The payments were made with some irregularity, sometimes late and sometimes early.

   Synonymedisparitydissimilarityfluctuationinconsistencynonuniformitypatchinessunevennessvariability

   Antonymeregularityuniformity

3. B2formal

   An irregular asymmetry in shape or an uneven spatial pattern.

   Unregelmäßigkeit

   • The geologist noted the irregularity of the rock formation.
   • The pattern showed a slight irregularity in the weave of the fabric.
   • The irregularity of the coastline creates many small bays and inlets.

   Synonymeasymmetrycrookednessdistortionlopsidednessnonuniformityunevenness

4. Medical conditionB2formalmedical

   Infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels, which can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis.

   Medizinischer Zustand

   • The patient complained of chronic irregularity and abdominal discomfort.
   • Dietary changes can help alleviate bowel irregularity.
   • Persistent irregularity may indicate a more serious digestive issue.

   Synonymeconstipation