intermittent Definition
- 1occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady
- 2stopping and starting at intervals
Using intermittent: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intermittent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The rain was intermittent throughout the day.
Example
She has been experiencing intermittent headaches for weeks.
Example
The internet connection is intermittent in this area.
intermittent Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for intermittent
Antonyms for intermittent
- continuous
- uninterrupted
- constant
Phrases with intermittent
a pattern of eating that alternates between periods of fasting and non-fasting
Example
Intermittent fasting has become a popular diet trend in recent years.
a behavioral disorder characterized by sudden episodes of unwarranted anger and aggression
Example
People with intermittent explosive disorder may experience uncontrollable outbursts of rage.
a condition characterized by pain in the legs during physical activity, caused by poor circulation
Example
Intermittent claudication can be a symptom of peripheral artery disease.
Origins of intermittent
from Latin 'intermittere', meaning 'to leave off'
Summary: intermittent in Brief
The term 'intermittent' [ˌɪntərˈmɪtənt] refers to things that occur at irregular intervals, or stop and start at intervals. It can describe anything from weather patterns to medical conditions, as in 'The rain was intermittent throughout the day.' 'Intermittent' also extends into phrases like 'intermittent fasting,' a diet trend that alternates between periods of fasting and non-fasting.
