Often
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɒfən/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Often is an adverb meaning Frequently; many times on different occasions.
Meaning
Frequently; many times on different occasions.
More Meanings
- (archaic) Frequent.
Example Sentences
It can't be said too often / often enough.
I often walk to work when the weather is nice.
I’ve been going to the movies more often since a new theatre opened near me.
Although frogs are able to swim well and often are found in water, they are really land animals.
Word Forms
- oftener
- oftenest
Synonyms for often
Depending on context, synonyms include feelefold, frequently, manifold, oft, oftenly, oftentimes.
Antonyms for often
Common opposites include rarely, forever, occasionally, never, once, infrequently.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ofttimes, oft, oftentimes, frequently, much, regularly.
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