sporadic
0 antonyms and opposites of sporadic, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Happening occasionally and irregularly, with no clear pattern.
We haven't recorded synonyms for sporadic yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use sporadic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek sporas, "scattered," via Medieval Latin sporadicus.
Full origin of sporadic →Frequently asked questions
What does “sporadic” mean?
The word “sporadic” means happening occasionally and irregularly, with no clear pattern. In plain terms, happening every now and then, without any regular pattern.
How do you pronounce “sporadic”?
“Sporadic” is pronounced spuh-RAD-ihk (/spəˈɹæd.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “sporadic” in a sentence?
Here is “sporadic” used in a sentence: “There was sporadic gunfire in the distance throughout the night.”
What part of speech is “sporadic”?
“Sporadic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sporadic” come from?
The word “sporadic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek sporas, "scattered," via Medieval Latin sporadicus.
Is “sporadic” a common word?
“Sporadic” is an uncommon word in modern English.