What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
infrequency
Example
The infrequency of his visits made it difficult to maintain a close relationship. [infrequency: noun]
Example
She was surprised by the infrequency of snowfall in this region. [infrequency: noun]
sporadicity
Example
The sporadicity of her attendance made it hard for her to keep up with the class. [sporadicity: noun]
Example
The company's sales showed sporadicity throughout the year, with no clear pattern. [sporadicity: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Infrequency is more commonly used than sporadicity in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between infrequency and sporadicity?
Both infrequency and sporadicity are formal words that are typically used in written or academic contexts.
