frequently

adverb

fre·​quent·​ly ˈfrē-kwənt-lē 

: at frequent or short intervals

the list is updated frequently

Synonyms of frequently

• often
• constantly
• repeatedly

Examples of frequently in a Sentence

our oddball uncle frequently lets himself into our house without knocking

Recent Examples on the Web

Solitary confinement is frequently used as a punishment, and officers hurl verbal abuse and threats of physical abuse at detainees, attorneys wrote. — Claire Healy, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026

But the big key here is that Willis doesn’t frequently make bad decisions. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Land managers of rights-of-way throughout the area are increasingly implementing monarch-friendly practices such as installing native plants and mowing less frequently. — Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

In September 2019, Carney frequently attended meetings with the city manager’s office about EMS operational metrics, the lawsuit says. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for frequently

• infrequently
• unfrequently