frequently

adverb

fre·​quent·​ly ˈfrē-kwənt-lē How to pronounce frequently (audio)
Synonyms of frequentlynext
: at frequent or short intervals
the list is updated frequently

Examples of frequently in a Sentence

our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking
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Accompanied by various members of the artist’s entourage, Bischofberger and Warhol frequently traveled around Europe together throughout the 1970s and ’80s. News Desk, Artforum, 11 May 2026 The downward-facing large flowers are variable, ranging from white and pink to purple, frequently with interior spotting. Judy Nauseef, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 What matters much more is that Vienna is frequently ranked among the most livable cities in the world. Dennis Braatz, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026 They are frequently likened to IPOs since both represent public-facing fundraising mechanisms that result in a transferable financial interest. Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequently

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frequently was in 1531

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“Frequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frequently. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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