Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

periodic

Adjective

/ˌpɪə.riˈɒd.ɪk/

Definition

Occurring at regular intervals.

Examples

The periodic table organizes all known chemical elements based on their atomic number.
We have periodic meetings to discuss the progress of the project.
The train runs on a periodic schedule, arriving every 30 minutes.

Meaning

The term ‘periodic’ refers to events or occurrences that take place repeatedly over a set duration of time. It is commonly used in both scientific contexts and everyday language to describe schedules, phenomena, or patterns that are consistent and cyclic.