Frequent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɹiː.kwənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Frequent is an adjective meaning Done or occurring often; common.
Meaning
Done or occurring often; common.
More Meanings
- Occurring at short intervals.
- Addicted to any course of conduct; inclined to indulge in any practice; habitual; persistent.
- (transitive) To visit often.
- (obsolete) Full; crowded; thronged.
- (obsolete) Often or commonly reported.
Example Sentences
I am a frequent visitor to that city.
'Tis Caesar's will to have a frequent senate.
I take frequent breaks so I don't get too tired.
There are frequent trains to the beach available.
Word Forms
- frequenter
- frequentest
- frequents
- frequenting
- frequented
Synonyms for frequent
Depending on context, synonyms include regular, recurring, usual, average, basic, bog-standard.
Antonyms for frequent
Common opposites include rare, uncommon, dearthy, geason, infrequent, raresome.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include predominant, steady, prevailing, common, patronize, sponsor.
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