Dictionary Entry
infrequent
adjectiveFind the meaning of the word infrequent, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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Happening or occurring only occasionally or at long intervals; not common.
Example Sentence
Visits from her distant relatives were infrequent, often only once every few years.
Usage Note
Use 'infrequent' to describe things that do not happen often, like infrequent rain in a desert, infrequent visits from a friend, or infrequent updates to a website. It contrasts with things that happen regularly or often.