frequently

The word “frequently” means often; at frequent intervals. In plain terms, happening often.

“Frequently” is pronounced FREE-kwuhnt-lee (/ˈfɹiː.kwənt.li/ in IPA).

Here is “frequently” used in a sentence: “She frequently travels to Spain for work.”

Words with a similar meaning to “frequently” include often, oftenly and oftentimes.

The opposite of “frequently” — its antonyms — are infrequently, occasionally and rarely.

“Frequently” is an adverb.

“Frequently” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

The two are very close in meaning and usually interchangeable. "Often" simply means many times, while "frequently" carries a slightly more formal tone and a stronger sense of regular, repeated intervals. In everyday speech "often" is more common; "frequently" tends to appear in written, technical, or professional contexts.

The most direct opposites are "rarely," "seldom," and "infrequently," all of which describe something happening only occasionally or at long intervals. "Never" is the absolute opposite, meaning not at any time. Which one fits best depends on how uncommon the event is — "rarely" still allows for the occasional occurrence.

It sits on the more formal side of neutral. You can use it comfortably in essays, reports, and professional writing, where it sounds precise and polished. In casual conversation most people reach for "often" or "a lot" instead, though "frequently" is never wrong — just slightly more elevated in tone.