irregularity

[ ih-reg-yuh-lar-i-tee ]

noun

, plural ir·reg·u·lar·i·ties

1. the quality or state of being irregular.
2. something irregular.
3. a breach of rules, customs, etiquette, morality, etc.
4. occasional mild constipation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of irregularity¹

1275–1325; Middle English irregularite < Old French < Medieval Latin irrēgulāritās. See ir- ², regularity ( def )

Example Sentences

As charges of irregularities in the voting are likely to pop up, news organizations are expected to be transparent.

From Los Angeles Times

Hundreds of incidents involving purported voting irregularities are being collected and spread by individuals, as well as both independent and Republican-affiliated groups.

From BBC

The EU, US and Nato have called for a transparent inquiry into widespread examples of irregularities.

From BBC

Georgia's prime minister has denied allegations of widespread irregularities, telling the BBC the elections were generally "in line with legal principles".

From BBC

"Of course we have to address these irregularities happening on the day of the election or before," the Georgian prime minister told the BBC.

From BBC

Related Words

• breach
• crime
• infringement
• violation