CEFR C1

intermittent

adjective

Meaning

Stopping and starting at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.

Examples

The intermittent rain made it difficult to plan outdoor activities.
She experienced intermittent pain in her knee after the injury.

Synonyms: sporadic, periodic, discontinuous, fitful

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intermittent (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪntərˈmɪtənt/

Definition

Stopping and starting at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.

Examples

The intermittent rain made it difficult to plan outdoor activities.
She experienced intermittent pain in her knee after the injury.
The signal from the satellite was intermittent, causing disruptions in communication.

Synonyms of intermittent

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