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seldom

[ˈsɛldəm]

seldom Definition

not often; rarely.

Using seldom: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "seldom" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She seldom goes to the gym.

  • Example

    I seldom eat fast food.

  • Example

    He seldom speaks in public.

  • Example

    We seldom see each other.

seldom Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for seldom

Antonyms for seldom

Phrases with seldom

  • very rarely or almost never

    Example

    Seldom if ever does he miss a deadline.

  • seldom seen

    rare or unusual

    Example

    The painting is a seldom-seen masterpiece.

  • seldom heard

    not often talked about or discussed

    Example

    The issue of mental health in the workplace is seldom heard.

Origins of seldom

from Old English 'seldan', meaning 'rare'

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Summary: seldom in Brief

'Seldom' [ˈsɛldəm] means not often or rarely. It is an adverb used to describe infrequent events or actions, such as 'She seldom goes to the gym.' 'Seldom' can be used in phrases like 'seldom if ever,' meaning almost never, and 'seldom seen,' indicating rarity.

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