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

Collection agencies frequently purchase delinquent debts for pennies on the dollar or work on commission for the original creditor. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Many structures are built with substandard materials, and safety regulations are frequently ignored to reduce costs. — CNN Money, 1 July 2026

The authors recommend using larger containers for medium to large specimens to reduce cleaning time and the need to reposition them frequently. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026

Organizational transformations frequently fail, not due to strategy, but because leadership teams lack readiness. — Tracy Lawrence, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

see frequent entry 2

First Known Use

1531, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for frequently

• infrequently
• unfrequently