frequent

[free-kwuhnt, fri-kwent, free-kwuhnt]

adjective

1. happening or occurring at short intervals.

   to make frequent trips to Tokyo.

2. constant, habitual, or regular.

   a frequent guest.

3. located at short distances apart.

   frequent towns along the shore.

verb (used with object)

1. to visit often; go often to; be often in.

   to frequent the art galleries.

frequent

adjective

1. recurring at short intervals

2. constant or habitual

verb

1. (tr) to visit repeatedly or habitually

Other Word Forms

• frequenter noun
• frequentness noun
• frequentable adjective
• frequently adverb
• nonfrequent adjective
• nonfrequently adverb
• overfrequent adjective
• overfrequently adverb
• unfrequent adjective
• unfrequently adverb
• unfrequentable adjective
• well-frequented adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of frequent¹

First recorded in 1400–50; (for the adjective) late Middle English: “ample, profuse,” from Latin frequent-, stem of frequēns “crowded, full, repeated”; verb derivative of the adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of frequent¹

C16: from Latin frequēns numerous; perhaps related to Latin farcīre to stuff

Example Sentences

Officials have urged strict adherence to preventive measures, including frequent handwashing and social distancing in high-risk areas.

From BBC

Such confrontations are becoming frequent in Delhi and many Indian cities as civic authorities grapple with a fast-growing population of stray dogs.

From BBC

She debuted as a featured player in 2017 and became known for playing original characters that were frequent Weekend Update guests, like Angel, Every Boxer’s Girlfriend.

From Los Angeles Times

Lowry is believed to have been a frequent visitor to Burton and produced several pictures of scenes in the town.

From BBC

He has been making frequent visits to Emerson Middle School, the feeder school for University, trying to convince students to come out for football.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• commonplace 
• constant 
• continual 
• incessant 
• intermittent 
• numerous 
• periodic 
• persistent 
• recurrent 
• usual