What does unfrequent mean?
Unfrequent means (now rare) Not frequent; not common; not happening often; infrequent..
Unfrequent
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(now rare) Not frequent; not common; not happening often; infrequent..
Definitions by Sense
- (now rare) Not frequent; not common; not happening often; infrequent.
- (transitive) To stop frequenting; cease to frequent.
Example Sentences
He was labouring under a pleurisy, which is not unfrequent in the mountainous region, at this season.
It was no unfrequent event, however, for vessels to be lost.
Synonyms for unfrequent
Antonyms for unfrequent
Related Words
Word Forms
- more unfrequent
- most unfrequent
- unfrequents
- unfrequenting
- unfrequented
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unfrequent?
Common synonyms include rare, scarce, uncommon.
What is the opposite of unfrequent?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use unfrequent in a sentence?
He was labouring under a pleurisy, which is not unfrequent in the mountainous region, at this season.
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