Intermittent
mediumin-ter-MIT-ent
adjective
Definition
Occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady
Examples
“The internet connection was intermittent during the storm.”
“She experienced intermittent pain in her knee.”
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GRE Tip
Intermittent is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "sporadic" or "irregular" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "continuous".
Related GRE Words
sporadic
Occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places; scattered or isolated
erratic
Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable
unorthodox
Contrary to what is usual, traditional, or accepted
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
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