recurrent — Occurring repeatedly or happening again and again at intervals. It describes something that returns or reappears regularly over time.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Occurring repeatedly or happening again and again at intervals. It describes something that returns or reappears regularly over time.
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈkɜːrənt/
Korean meaning: 반복되는, 되풀이되는
Korean pronunciation: 리-커-런트 (강세: 커)
Example Sentences
- My recurrent craving for pizza at 2 AM is becoming a serious problem.
- The recurrent malfunction of the office printer drives everyone crazy.
- Climate change is a recurrent topic in international conferences.
recurrent
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈkɜːrənt//
Occurring repeatedly or happening again and again at intervals. It describes something that returns or reappears regularly over time.

Occurring repeatedly or happening again and again at intervals. It describes something that returns or reappears regularly over time.

The recurrent current serves as nature's deterrent!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin recurrere, meaning 'to run back' or 'to return repeatedly.' The word evolved to describe something that comes back again and again.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My recurrent craving for pizza at 2 AM is becoming a serious problem.”
“The recurrent malfunction of the office printer drives everyone crazy.”
“Climate change is a recurrent topic in international conferences.”
“She suffers from recurrent headaches due to stress.”
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