oft

adverb

ˈȯft 

chiefly literary

: often

oft asked questions

an oft quoted statement

Synonyms of oft

• often
• frequently
• constantly
• repeatedly

Examples of oft in a Sentence

as I have oft said, you need to look before you leap

Recent Examples on the Web

But one quality that may be oft-overlooked by anyone other than SpaceX's biggest fans? — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 30 June 2026

During the local premiere last summer, the oft-quiet historic downtown movie theater was full. — Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

Alabama’s beaches oft get overshadowed by the Florida panhandle, but these sister cities demand attention of their own. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 June 2026

The 33-year-old wide receiver re-signed with the Giants this month, hoping to add one final chapter to an electric but oft-injured career that started with the franchise. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German ofto often

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for oft

• coughed
• croft
• doffed
• loft
• scoffed
• soft
• toft
• waft
• aloft
• hayloft

Kids Definition

oft

adverb

ˈȯft 

: often

an oft neglected factor