ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

  1. Occurring at short intervals.
  2. Addicted to any course of conduct; inclined to indulge in any practice; habitual; persistent.
  3. (transitive) To visit often.
  4. (obsolete) Full; crowded; thronged.
  5. (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

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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