Question 1 · Quick check
periodical
CEFRB2
/ˌpɪɹiˈɑdɪkl̩/
adjective · noun
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In plain English
- 01
adjective
Happening regularly from time to time.
- 02
noun
A magazine or journal published at regular intervals.
Examples
Even the periodical pay raise could not keep abreast of higher living costs.
She has also published articles in the periodical Science.
At a glance
Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 5
- Parts of speech
- 2
- Citations
- 3
- Synonyms
- 5
Deep Dive
adjective
Extra meaningsA regularly issued thematic publication that contains the most current information in its field, often the primary means for communication of original scholarship or creative work at the cutting edge of research in its field.
Published at regular intervals of more than one day, especially weekly, monthly, or quarterly.
noun
Extra meaningA publication issued regularly, but less frequently than daily.
More examples
In contextThe periodical costs less than the book.
The periodical times of all the satellites.
Last spring, the periodical cicadas emerged across eastern North America. Their vast numbers and short above-ground life spans inspired awe and irritation in humans—and made for good meals for birds and small mammals.
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Origin
adjective
From period + -ical.