Learn how to use the comparative “less frequent” and superlative “least frequent” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “disfrequent”?

The comparative form of “disfrequent” is “less frequent”.

Example

Her visits to the doctor are less frequent than before.

Example

The train runs less frequently on weekends.

What is the superlative form of “disfrequent”?

The superlative form of “disfrequent” is “least frequent”.

Example

Out of all the students, she has the least frequent absences.

Example

The bus service has the least frequent stops in this area.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "disfrequent," "less frequent," and "least frequent." Instead, "less frequent" and "least frequent" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "disfrequent." Using "most disfrequent" or "more disfrequent" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Disfrequent" does not have a regular comparative and superlative form. Instead, it uses the phrases: - Comparative form: Disfrequent → Less frequent - Superlative form: Disfrequent → Least frequent

Expressions with similar meanings to “less frequent”

Used to describe something that happens or occurs rarely.

Example

His attendance at meetings is infrequent.

Used to indicate something that happens or exists only in small quantities or numbers.

Example

Finding a four-leaf clover is rare.

Used to describe something that happens or occurs from time to time.

Example

He makes occasional trips to the city.

Expressions with similar meanings to “least frequent”

Used to describe something that happens or exists in the smallest quantities or numbers.

Example

Spotting a shooting star is one of the rarest occurrences.

Used to indicate something that is in the shortest supply or availability.

Example

During the drought, water became the scarcest resource.

Used to describe something that happens or occurs the fewest number of times.

Example

Her visits to the dentist are the most infrequent among the family members.

Using than with comparative “less frequent”

When using the comparative form "less frequent" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her visits to the doctor are less frequent than before." Here, "than" is used to show that the frequency of her visits to the doctor is lower than the frequency of her visits "before."

How can I use this expression in context?

“less frequent” and “least frequent” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Visits

    His visits to the library are less frequent now.

    His visits to the library are less frequent now.

  • 2Events

    The company organizes the least frequent events in the industry.

    The company organizes the least frequent events in the industry.

  • 3Updates

    The software receives less frequent updates compared to its competitors.

    The software receives less frequent updates compared to its competitors.

  • 4Occurrences

    Rainfall in this region is least frequent during the summer months.

    Rainfall in this region is least frequent during the summer months.

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