intermittent
Translation
intermittent, sporadic
Examples
We had intermittent rain throughout the day.
We had intermittent rain throughout the day.
The Wi-Fi signal is intermittent in this room.
The Wi-Fi signal is intermittent in this room.
Grammar Patterns
((intermittent)) + noun The intermittent noise was annoying.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sporadic, periodic, occasional; Antonyms: constant, continuous, steady
Etymology
From Latin 'inter-' (between) + 'mittere' (to send). It literally means 'sending between', implying pauses.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'intermission' at a play – it's a break that happens 'in between' the acts. Intermittent things also have breaks in between.