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    Intermittent

    /ˌɪntəˈmɪtənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady.
    The intermittent rain made it difficult to plan the outdoor event.
    not constant; occasional.
    She experienced intermittent pain in her knee throughout the season.
    stopping and starting at intervals.
    The electricity supply was intermittent due to the storm.
    coming and going in intervals.
    Intermittent fasting has gained popularity as a diet strategy.
    characterized by intervals of activity or inaction.
    He has an intermittent work schedule that changes weekly.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'intermittens', the present participle of 'intermittere', meaning 'to leave off, cease; come between'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    intermittent fasting:
    A dietary approach that alternates between periods of eating and fasting.
    intermittent noise:
    Noise that is not constant but occurs at irregular intervals.
    intermittent progress:
    Progress that is not steady or continuous but happens sporadically.

    Related Words

    interrupt
    To break the continuity of an action or process.
    cease
    To bring or come to an end.
    pause
    To temporarily stop an action or process.

    Slang Meanings

    On and off
    The internet connection is so on and off today; it's really intermittent.
    Hit or miss
    Her motivation is hit or miss—it can be very intermittent.