ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Frequently

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈfɹiː.kwənt.li/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Frequently is an adverb meaning At frequent intervals.

Meaning

At frequent intervals.

More Meanings

  1. (mathematics, of a sequence) For infinitely many terms of the sequence.

Example Sentences

This question arises frequently.
He was enrolled but frequently didn't attend class.
The NFA has been a flashpoint for advocates, who say that silencers are not frequently used in crime and believe that the silencers and other weapons regulated under the law, including machine guns and short-barreled rifles and shotguns, are protected by the Second Amendment.
As we age, the major arteries of our bodies frequently become thickened with plaque, a fatty material with an oatmeal-like consistency that builds up along the inner lining of blood vessels. The reason plaque forms isn’t entirely known, but it seems to be related to high levels of cholesterol inducing an inflammatory response, which can also attract and trap more cellular debris over time.

Synonyms for frequently

Depending on context, synonyms include often, oftenly, oftentimes, ofttimes, oft.

Antonyms for frequently

Common opposites include infrequently, occasionally, rarely, seldom.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include often, ofttimes, oft, oftentimes, regularly, frequent.

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