Definition

Describing something that does not happen at regular intervals or does not have a repeating pattern.

Example

The aperiodic signal was difficult to analyze because it lacked a consistent frequency.

Conversation

Did you notice how that clock is aperiodic?

Yeah, it seems to tick at random intervals.

It's so strange; I wonder why it was designed that way.

Maybe it’s supposed to make time feel less predictable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aperiodic → It is formed from "a-" (meaning not) and "periodic" (from Greek "periodos", meaning a cycle or recurring). The word "aperiodic" means not occurring in a regular cycle or pattern.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('a-') having a 'cycle' ('periodic') — that's why aperiodic means something that does not happen in a regular cycle.

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