Routinely
/ruːˈtiːnli/
Definitions
In a regular or customary way; as a matter of course.
/ruːˈtiːnli/
In a regular or customary way.
The mail is delivered routinely.
💡 Simply: Think about your daily schedule. If something is done routinely, it's like a part of that schedule. For example, you might routinely brush your teeth in the morning, or your teacher routinely gives homework on Fridays. It means you do it every time or almost every time.
👶 For kids: Doing something the same way, over and over again.
More Examples
She routinely exercises to stay healthy.
The system is routinely checked for errors.
How It's Used
"The doctor routinely checks patients' vital signs."
"The company routinely updates its software."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From "routine" + "-ly." "Routine" comes from the French word "routine" (meaning "a course of action") and ultimately from "route."
The use of "routinely" has increased significantly in modern language, reflecting the emphasis on process and standardization.
Memory tip
Think of your daily *routine*. Things that happen in your *routine* happen *routinely*.
Word Origin
"Following a route or course of action, then the 'doing things regularly'"