Definitions

frequently

[free-kwuhnt-lee] / ˈfri kwənt li /

ADVERB

commonly, repeatedly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

again and again generally intermittently many times often periodically regularly time and again usually

STRONG

oft oftentimes ofttimes

WEAK

as a rule at regular intervals at short intervals at times by ordinary customarily every now and then habitually in many instances in quick succession many a time much not infrequently not seldom ordinarily over and over recurrently spasmodically successively thick and fast very often

Antonyms

STRONGEST

rarely seldom

WEAK

infrequently not much uncommonly

Example Sentences

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The finding was subsequently examined in stool samples from 877 individuals with and without colorectal cancer from several countries to determine whether the same viruses occurred more frequently in patients with cancer.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

Some West Ham supporters have frequently protested against Brady and co-owner Sullivan, including during the 2025-26 season, with on-field performances and dissatisfaction with the stadium among their complaints.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

"We frequently shared what we learned from informants with local and federal law enforcement."

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

National security might justify narrow trade restrictions, but tariffs have not insulated Americans from economic disruptions and have frequently made things worse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Under each arm was a cooking pot; whenever the sweat came trickling down—which happened frequently, it was a hot day—I had to stop and put them down before wiping my face.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya

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