Meaning & Definition of word "Occasionally"
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Occasionally
/əˈkeɪʒənəli/
adverb:
- 1. At infrequent or irregular intervals; now and then.
- Example: I occasionally go for a walk in the park.
- 2. Sometimes but not often.
- Example: She occasionally likes to try new recipes.
- 3. From time to time; not regularly.
- Example: He occasionally travels for work.
- 4. In a casual or infrequent manner.
- Example: The restaurant is occasionally closed on weekends.
Etymology
From the Latin 'occasionem' (a chance, opportunity) + 'ally'; formed in the late 14th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
every now and then:
Occasionally or infrequently.
once in a while:
At irregular intervals; not frequently.
every so often:
Occasionally; at times.
Related Words
seldom:
Occasionally, but not often.
frequently:
Occasionally, but more often than rarely.
sometimes:
Occasionally, but with some frequency.
Slang Meanings of occasionally
Meaning: Now and again
Example Sentence: I go to the gym now and again.
Meaning: Here and there
Example Sentence: I see her here and there at parties.