Synonyms of often

often

adverb

ˈȯf-tən 

as in frequently

many times

I seem to stumble often when I try to walk in high heels

Synonyms & Similar Words

• frequently
• constantly
• repeatedly
• always
• continually
• oftentimes
• regularly
• oft
• usually
• consistently
• time and again
• much
• time after time
• hourly
• again and again
• again
• over and over
• commonly
• continuously
• routinely
• a lot
• generally
• ordinarily
• periodically
• habitually
• perpetually
• unceasingly
• uninterruptedly
• intermittently
• night and day
• anew
• continuingly
• afresh
• recurrently

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rarely
• seldom
• sometimes
• infrequently
• little
• occasionally
• now
• never
• now and then
• once
• sporadically
• ne'er

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of often

However, for many designers, the pitching and publication process often feels shrouded in secrecy. — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 22 Sep. 2026

Those of South Asian descent are often seen as having been brought over by the British, while the Chinese are viewed with suspicion due to China’s political interference in Myanmar. — Andrew Nachemson, The Dial, 22 Sep. 2026

Diop questioned the suitability of the traditional private equity model for small African businesses, arguing that the industry’s typical five-year investment horizon often forces exits before companies have fully matured. — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2026

There is just enough wry humor—think Shaun of the Dead—sprinkled throughout to keep things from getting too grim, often deriving from Bryan’s cluelessness and general lack of skills. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing often

• every so often