intermittently — occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪntərˈmɪtəntli/
Korean meaning: 간헐적으로, 단속적으로
Korean pronunciation: 인터**미**턴틀리
Example Sentences
- My neighbor's karaoke machine works intermittently, which is both a blessing and a curse.
- The WiFi signal appears intermittently, making online classes a real adventure.
- Traffic lights in this area function intermittently due to power issues.
intermittently
ADVERB//ˌɪntərˈmɪtəntli//
occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily
occurring at irregular intervals; not continuously or steadily
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From Latin 'intermittens' (interrupting, breaking off), derived from 'intermittere' meaning 'to interrupt' or 'to leave off,' combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly' indicating manner or frequency.
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“My neighbor's karaoke machine works intermittently, which is both a blessing and a curse.”
“The WiFi signal appears intermittently, making online classes a real adventure.”
“Traffic lights in this area function intermittently due to power issues.”
“The patient's symptoms occurred intermittently over several weeks.”
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