intermittent
6 synonyms and 5 antonyms for intermittent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Happening at irregular intervals rather than continuously.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use intermittent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
intermittent rain
intermittent fasting
intermittent pain
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.
