Fitful Definition & Meaning

fitful
adjective
  1. occurring in spells and often abruptly; "fitful bursts of energy"; "spasmodic rifle fire"
  2. intermittently stopping and starting; "fitful (or interrupted) sleep"; "off-and-on static"

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