Arrythmic

/əˈrɪðmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Lacking rhythm or characterized by irregular rhythm; relating to or affected by arrhythmia.

Etymology

From Greek 'a-' (without) + 'rhythmikos' (rhythmic), creating an adjective form describing the absence of regular rhythm.

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