FREQUENT Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈfrē-kwənt

Definition of frequent

as in regular

appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time our local multiplex usually has frequent showings of blockbusters, with starting times about every half hour

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Relevance

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as in usual

often observed or encountered finches are frequent sights in this part of the country

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frequent

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verb

frē-ˈkwent

as in to haunt

to go to or spend time in often like their counterparts elsewhere, the town's teenagers like to frequent the local malls

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Recent Examples of frequent

Adjective

Due to climate change, there have been more extreme weather events in Los Angeles like frequent droughts. — Kristin Tsumura Tsai, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026 The leave-in formula is an especially good match for hair compromised by bleach, frequent coloring, or a serious hot-tool habit. — Polly Blitzer, Glamour, 9 Sep. 2026

Verb

What sets Seabourn apart is that its smaller ships can visit ports of call less frequented by larger vessels. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026 Investigators say Watson has ties to Portland, Oregon and Atlanta, and may also frequent Montana, Wyoming, Washington, and California. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frequent

Recent Examples of Synonyms for frequent

Adjective

Whatever his rushing role, the words in Hurts’ notes will become action in the Eagles’ regular-season opener against the Washington Commanders.

— Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The sterile fly program complements efforts to monitor wildlife, inspect animals and work with ranchers in areas where the fly has been spotted to encourage regular checks for infestations.

— Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of regular

Adjective

There will be three races held in the United States once again, each retaining their usual date slots.

— Luke Smith, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
To Diana, who has taken over First Desk at the Park after last season’s events, River’s refusal to take bereavement leave gives her license to speak about his grandfather’s funeral arrangements with her usual cool formality.

— Scott Tobias, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of usual

Verb

Whether the result of natural disasters, shifting industries, or mysteries that remain unsolved, these places offer a haunting reminder of just how quickly civilization can be undone.

— Charlotte Collins, Architectural Digest, 15 Sep. 2026
Case has haunted Miami courthouse In 1976, Thompson and Surace pleaded guilty to Ivester’s murder and received death sentences.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of haunt

Adjective

Welcome to The Athletic’s data notebook, a periodic look at the key trends, standout figures and tactical quirks shaping the Premier League season.

— Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Other features of levees, like floodwalls, pump stations and pipes, also require periodic maintenance and upgrades.

— Kaleigh Yost, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of periodic

Adjective

As a ubiquitous fixture across the country, the chain provides a familiar, predictable environment that makes millions of members feel instantly at home.

— Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026
There was nothing that had escaped being stamped with the Festival’s ubiquitous emblem–sweets, cigarettes, perfume, even sandals–Specially designed to keep you cool and smartly shod for fun-loving Festival walking!

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of ubiquitous

Verb

These surrogates, mostly in their 20s and 30s, provide companionship rather than specialized medical care, visiting, chatting, helping clients set up smartphones or accompanying them to medical appointments.

— HUIYEE CHIEW AND LYRIC LI THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
But Luján says his colleagues are eager to visit him in New Mexico, too, even though Republicans struggled to even field a candidate against him.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of visit

Adjective

Designed for limp, oily, and dull hair, the color-safe formula washes away stubborn dirt and grime—common culprits of flat waves—while a lineup of amino acids work to soften and strengthen strands.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026
And because the loss of brain cells is also a feature of more common conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, the approach may have applications beyond Huntington’s.

— Claudia Metzler-Baddeley, Scientific American, 5 Sep. 2026

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