Definitions
- Referring to a publication that is released at regular intervals, such as weekly, monthly, or quarterly. - Talking about a magazine or journal that covers a specific topic or subject matter. - Describing a publication that contains articles, stories, and other written works.
- Referring to something that occurs frequently or at fixed intervals. - Talking about a person who visits a place or attends an event on a consistent basis. - Describing something that is normal, customary, or expected.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that occurs at regular intervals.
- 2Both can be used to describe a publication or a person's behavior.
- 3Both words can be used as adjectives or nouns.
What is the difference?
- 1Frequency: Periodical refers specifically to something that is released at regular intervals, while regular can refer to any frequency of occurrence.
- 2Type: Periodical refers specifically to a publication, while regular can refer to a wide range of things, such as events, appointments, or habits.
- 3Purpose: Periodical implies that the publication has a specific purpose or subject matter, while regular does not necessarily imply any particular purpose or subject matter.
- 4Connotation: Periodical has a more formal connotation, while regular is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 5Scope: Periodical is more specific and limited in scope, while regular is more general and versatile.
Remember this!
Periodical and regular are both words that describe something that occurs at regular intervals. However, periodical specifically refers to a publication that is released at regular intervals and covers a specific topic or subject matter. On the other hand, regular is a more general term that can refer to any frequency of occurrence, such as events, appointments, or habits.
