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Frequent Definition & Meaning

frequent
adjective
  1. coming at short intervals or habitually; "a frequent guest"; "frequent complaints"
  2. frequently encountered; "a frequent (or common) error is using the transitive verb `lay' for the intransitive `lie'"
verb
  1. do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
  2. be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place; "She haunts the ballet"

"Frequent" in song lyrics

See how frequent is used in real songs:

  • "I make a tentative promise to flash frequent"
    Aesop Rock — Spare a Match
  • "Gun play nowadays more frequent"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Agony Fires
  • "Tame One be rockin on cloud nine with rhymes that flow frequent"
    Artifacts — Skwad Training

Usage tips for "frequent"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "frequent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for frequent to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does frequent mean?
coming at short intervals or habitually; "a frequent guest"; "frequent complaints" frequently encountered; "a frequent (or common) error is using the transitive verb `lay' for the intransitive `lie'"; do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place; "She haunts the ballet"
What part of speech is frequent?
Frequent is an adjective and a verb.
How many definitions does frequent have?
Frequent has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, verb).

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