Synonyms for

Frequent

Verb / ˈfri:kwʌnt / / ˈfri:ˌkwent / Another word for frequent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

happening or occurring often

Synonyms & similar words

boycott shopat patronise shop infrequent patronize haunt buyat sponsor common regular repetitive habitual constant periodic steady incessant continuous persistent routine usual ordinary everyday familiar well-known popular ubiquitous rife widespread

Synonyms by register

Formal

habitual regular common recurring

Informal

often a lot all the time constantly

Literary

oft incessant

Antonyms

infrequent rare occasional seldom sporadic uncommon

Common collocations

  • frequent visitor
  • frequent flyer
  • frequent occurrence
  • frequent use
  • frequent stops
  • frequent rain
  • frequent illness

Word family

noun frequency
verb frequent
adjective frequent
adverb frequently

Usage note

As a verb, 'frequent' means to visit a place often. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'He frequents the library'.

Example sentences

  1. I frequent the library every week to get new books.
  2. We have frequent meetings to discuss our progress.
  3. The bus has frequent stops along the route.
  4. She has frequent headaches that bother her.
  5. The restaurant is a frequent spot for locals to eat.

Quotes

  • Frequent small meals are better than three big ones.
  • The most frequent way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any.
  • Happiness is a frequent visitor, but never stays long.

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