intermittent
0 antonyms and opposites of intermittent, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Happening at irregular intervals rather than continuously.
How to use intermittent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin intermittens, "sending between" — from inter- ("among") plus mittere ("to send").
Full origin of intermittent →Frequently asked questions
What does “intermittent” mean?
The word “intermittent” means happening at irregular intervals rather than continuously. In plain terms, stopping and starting rather than being constant or continuous.
How do you pronounce “intermittent”?
“Intermittent” is pronounced ihn-tuh-MIHTNT (/ˌɪntɚˈmɪtn̩t/ in IPA).
How do you use “intermittent” in a sentence?
Here is “intermittent” used in a sentence: “The forecast predicts intermittent showers throughout the afternoon.”
What part of speech is “intermittent”?
“Intermittent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “intermittent” come from?
The word “intermittent” comes from Latin. From Latin intermittens, "sending between" — from inter- ("among") plus mittere ("to send").
Is “intermittent” a common word?
“Intermittent” is an uncommon word in modern English.