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adverb

frequently

Often.

Our neighbors frequently invite us over for dinner on weekends.

Etymology
frequentLatincrowded; frequent
+lyEnglishin a manner

Frequent describes things that occur repeatedly or at short intervals. The adverb describes an action as taking place often.

More examples

  • Save your work frequently while editing a long document.
  • Flights are frequently delayed during winter storms.
  • I exercise more frequently now that I work from home.

Forms

frequently · more frequently · most frequently

frequent adjective — Happening often or at short intervals.

frequency noun — The rate at which something happens.

Similar words

often
The closest everyday equivalent, usually less formal than frequently.
regularly
Suggests a consistent pattern, not necessarily a high frequency.